Senior .NET Developer (Azure Cloud)

Position Description

CGI is seeking an experienced Senior .NET Developer to join our growing team and contribute to the design, development, and modernization of enterprise applications using C#, .NET, and Microsoft Azure. In this role, you will build scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud-native applications, REST APIs, and microservices while leveraging modern Azure services and DevOps practices. Working closely with solution architects, product owners, developers, and cross-functional teams, you will contribute to technical design, application development, cloud integration, and continuous improvement initiatives. This opportunity is ideal for a senior developer with strong hands-on C#/.NET expertise and extensive experience delivering enterprise solutions on Microsoft Azure.

This is a full-time permanent opportunity based in one of CGI's Atlantic Canada offices, including Halifax, NS; Moncton or Fredericton, NB; St. John's, NL; or Stratford, PEI. Candidates must be currently located in Atlantic Canada or willing to relocate. This role follows a hybrid work model requiring three days per week onsite.

Your future duties and responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable enterprise applications, REST APIs, and microservices using C# and .NET Core/.NET 8+.
• Develop cloud-native solutions using Azure App Services, Azure Functions, Azure Container Apps, and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
• Build and maintain data access solutions using Azure SQL Database, Entity Framework Core, and Azure Blob Storage.
• Design and implement asynchronous, event-driven integrations using Azure Service Bus, Event Grid, and Queue Storage.
• Implement secure authentication, authorization, and secrets management using Microsoft Entra ID, Managed Identities, and Azure Key Vault.
• Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions to support automated builds, testing, and deployments.
• Implement monitoring and observability solutions using Azure Monitor and Application Insights.
• Collaborate with architects, product owners, UX/UI designers, QA teams, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Write clean, maintainable, well-tested code while participating in code reviews, automated testing, and technical documentation.
• Contribute to architecture discussions, technical innovation, and continuous improvement of development standards and practices.
  
  

Required Qualifications To Be Successful In This Role

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Development, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8–10+ years of professional software development experience, with strong expertise in C# and .NET technologies.
• Advanced proficiency in C#, including modern language features, asynchronous programming (async/await), LINQ, and object-oriented programming.
• Strong experience with .NET Core/.NET 8+, including developing REST APIs, microservices, and background services.
• Strong understanding of dependency injection, clean architecture, SOLID principles, and enterprise design patterns.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, including App Services, Azure Functions, Azure Container Apps, or AKS.
• Experience with Azure SQL Database, Entity Framework Core, and Azure Blob Storage.
• Experience designing and implementing event-driven integrations using Azure Service Bus, Event Grid, or Queue Storage.
• Understanding of cloud security practices, including Microsoft Entra ID, Managed Identities, and Azure Key Vault.
• Experience integrating Azure services using the Azure SDK for .NET.
• Experience developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
• Experience monitoring and troubleshooting cloud applications using Azure Monitor and Application Insights.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
  
  

Assets

The following qualifications would be considered assets:

• Experience with containerized applications and Kubernetes.
• Experience designing distributed systems and cloud-native application architectures.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks and test-driven development.
• Microsoft Azure or .NET-related certifications.
• Experience supporting enterprise application modernization initiatives.
• Experience providing technical guidance or mentoring development teams.
  
  

CGI is providing a reasonable estimate of the pay range for this role. The determination of this range includes factors such as skill set level, geographic market, experience and training, and licenses and certifications. Compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $65,000–$125,000 CAD. This role is an existing vacancy.

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

At CGI, we value the strength that diversity brings and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone belongs. We collaborate with our clients to build more inclusive communities and empower all CGI partners to thrive. As an equal-opportunity employer, being able to perform your best during the recruitment process is important to us. If you require an accommodation, please inform your recruiter.

That same commitment to fairness extends to how we use technology. To support our recruitment team, AI tools may be used to help assess applications though they never replace human judgement. All hiring decisions remain entirely in the hands of our recruitment professionals.

To learn more about accessibility at CGI, contact us via email. Please note that this email is strictly for accessibility requests and cannot be used for application status inquiries.

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