Full-Time

Senior .NET Engineer

Posted on 2/21/2024

Guidepoint

Guidepoint

1,001-5,000 employees

Connects businesses with specialized advisors

Consulting
Financial Services

Senior, Expert

Toronto, ON, Canada

This position is hybrid in Toronto.

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Microsoft Azure
SQL
Apache Kafka
JIRA
Confluence
Requirements
  • 8+ years of experience in .NET development using C#
  • Experience with OOP principles and patterns, developing and delivering large scale distributed systems
  • Strong adherence to object-oriented programming principles and patterns, developing and delivering large scale distributed systems
  • Proficient in grooming backlog items and ensuring that they are engineer ready
  • Experience in .NET Core 3.1+
  • Experience in xUnit
  • Experience with ORMs such as Entity Framework Core and Dapper
  • Proficient in Data Modeling and SQL
  • Experience building data integrations and other system integrations using different technologies like Message Queues, Kafka etc.
  • Experience leveraging issue-tracking systems/wikis for documentation (Jira/Confluence)
  • Willingness to learn designing fault-tolerant architecture on cloud deployments (load balancing, clustering, reducing/eliminating single points of failure, etc.)
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, test, and deploy software solutions
  • Mentor and provide guidance to junior engineers to help them grow and develop their skills
  • Lead the team in adopting a quality-centric approach to software development
  • Develop and implement processes and procedures to ensure software quality
  • Maintain and improve codebase integrity by actively participating in code reviews and proactively identifying refactoring opportunities in maintained applications.
  • Develop and support scalable web/API applications using .NET core and Azure Platform Services
  • Refactor legacy components using innovative/scalable platform
  • Decompose portions of the legacy application into APIs running on App Services
  • Work with large database schemas that would include adding and updating tables and rows
  • Implement integration and convention tests

Guidepoint connects businesses with a large network of specialized advisors, offering expert insights and market intelligence. With over 1.5 million experts across more than 150 industries, clients can access tailored research solutions, including one-on-one consultations and surveys, to meet their specific needs. Guidepoint manages all logistical aspects to ensure a smooth experience for its clients. The company operates on a business model that charges fees for its services, which can be structured as subscriptions, pay-per-use, or project-based pricing. What sets Guidepoint apart from competitors is its extensive network and the speed and quality of insights it provides, enabling clients to make informed decisions and navigate uncertainty effectively. The goal of Guidepoint is to be a trusted partner for businesses, helping them gain the intelligence needed to drive their decisions and growth.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2003

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for expert networks in niche industries like renewable energy and biotechnology.
  • Expansion of remote work increases demand for digital expert network services.
  • Rising importance of ESG criteria boosts demand for expert insights in these areas.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from emerging expert networks offering similar services at lower costs.
  • Rapid expansion into new markets may strain resources and lead to inefficiencies.
  • Reliance on a large network of advisors poses risk of inconsistent quality and compliance issues.

What makes Guidepoint unique

  • Guidepoint offers a vast network of over 1.5 million experts globally.
  • The company provides tailored research solutions across more than 150 industries.
  • Guidepoint's compliance platform ensures secure and appropriate client-to-Advisor interactions.

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Benefits

Competitive salary.

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.

401(k) with company matching.

Life Insurance (100% Employer Sponsored)

Paid vacation plus 10 legal holidays.

Light snacks and beverages.

Discounted gym memberships.

Commuter Benefits.

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