Full-Time

Fullstack .Net Technology Lead

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Critical Mass

Critical Mass

1,001-5,000 employees

Digital experience design and marketing agency

Data & Analytics
Consulting
Consumer Software

Senior, Expert

San Jose, CA, USA

The position requires working from an office a minimum of 3 days a week.

Category
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Microsoft Azure
Agile
NoSQL
Git
ASP.NET
SQL
.NET
C#
JIRA
SCRUM

You match the following Critical Mass's candidate preferences

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Advanced English Proficiency (C1 reading, writing, and conversation)
  • 6+ years of experience working in Front-End and Back-End (.Net) technologies.
  • Working experience handled technical teams.
  • Experience with Azure SQL Database, Cosmos DB, and other Azure-managed databases
  • Proficiency in SQL and NoSQL databases, including query optimization and indexing strategies
  • Knowledge of database security, access controls, and encryption. Familiarity with data migration, backup, and disaster recovery strategies
  • Strong background in .NET Framework and C# development
  • Legacy C# .NET and On-prem Systems
  • Experience maintaining and modernizing legacy applications
  • Knowledge of Windows Services, WCF, and ASP.NET MVC/Web API
  • Familiarity with on-premise servers, Active Directory, and hybrid cloud integrations
  • Understanding of Microsoft Azure services and architecture. Experience with Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates or Bicep for infrastructure as code. Familiarity with Azure DevOps for project and CI/CD pipeline management. Hands-on experience with security best practices, authentication (Azure AD, Managed Identities), and networking in Azure
  • Expertise in web design patterns (e.g., model-view-controller, observer, etc.) and modern web design practices (e.g Responsive Web Design)
  • Advanced debugging and troubleshooting of web applications, preferably using debugging tools such as browser plugins, IDEs, or debugging proxies
  • Understanding of Azure API Management (APIM) for managing and securing APIs. Ability to design, develop, and publish APIs with versioning and security policies. Knowledge of API authentication methods (OAuth, JWT, API keys). Experience with API gateways and monitoring tools
  • Expert use of project and issue-tracking software (Jira, Azure DevOps)
  • Expert knowledge of web standards (HTML5, CSS2/3), best practices (W3C) and latest trends
  • Capable of leading the implementation of complex functional requirements. Provide support to different teams as needed
  • Expert knowledge of new technologies and emerging techniques in programming
  • Expertise in optimization techniques for digital assets and media
  • Capable of defining and following training paths for other colleagues, clients, and departments
  • Proficiency in using version control systems like Git for efficient code management and effective collaboration within development teams.
  • Ability to effectively lead cross-functional teams, communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, and contribute to product decisions.
  • Proficiency in writing comprehensive documentation and sharing knowledge with the internal teams, clients, and other teams.
  • Ability to manage time effectively and lead projects in parallel within a set deadlines.
  • Capable of leading the estimation of different projects as needed while supporting several teams
  • Expertise in integrating solutions with external products from third-party vendors.
  • Expertise in writing unit tests and scripting load and performance tests.
  • Proven experience managing teams
  • BS in Computer Science or related technical discipline; or equivalent strong experience as Software Development Lead in exact areas of expertise required for Hangar (Digital Agencies projects, Web development projects, SCRUM/Agile software projects).
Responsibilities
  • Responsible for various tasks related to both front-end and back-end development.
  • Responsible for front-end (HTML/CSS/JavaScript), back-end coding, and integration between the two layers.
  • Accountable for translating graphic designs delivered in composition documents into a standard and responsive solution using modern technologies and programming languages.
  • Present and communicate project ideas to the rest of the team and clients. Flagging any risks and concerns, as well as the potential solutions.
  • Work closely with Creative, Business, Technology, and QA teams to ensure quality and punctual software development.
  • Protect data through the implementation of best practices and security measures.
  • Work on server-side logic, databases, and APIs to support front-end functionalities and data management.
  • Understand, manipulate, and structure data using different formats.
  • Ensure the codebase is of high quality, well-organized, and easy to maintain.
  • Conduct refactoring as needed to improve code structure and readability.
  • Lead and enforce the creation of policies and procedures when an opportunity for improvement exists.
  • Lead the design and architecture of complex web applications or software systems, considering scalability, maintainability, and performance.
  • Define and lead the code review processes and assist in debugging and testing complex solutions to ensure they function correctly.
  • Ensure the codebase is maintainable, high-quality, and adheres to coding standards. Oversee code reviews and drive continuous improvement.
  • Enforce the highest level of quality assurance, including unit testing, validation testing, and supporting the QA analysts.
  • Ensure comprehensive documentation of the application, architecture, and technical decisions. Promote knowledge sharing within the team.
  • Expert use of version control systems (e.g., Git) to manage code and collaborate effectively with other developers.
  • Stay updated with the latest technologies, best practices, and industry trends to continuously improve your developer skills.
  • Communicate technical concepts and project updates effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Define and follow coding conventions and company-specific standards to maintain code consistency and readability.
  • Work closely with designers, product managers, and other stakeholders to ensure a successful project delivery.
  • Define and complete security training, know best practices, and apply them accordingly.
  • Oversee performance optimization efforts and design strategies for handling scalability and high user loads.
  • Capable of defining training paths for other developers and new roles as needed.
  • Contribute to the design and architecture of the application, including database structure, APIs, and overall system layout.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to the development team, promoting their professional growth and technical excellence.
  • Establish processes to estimate tasks. Implement improvements to the process whenever possible.
  • Make sure the different phases of the projects are a success, including project planning, task estimation, and resource allocation.
  • Oversee the creation of CI/CD pipelines to automate testing, deployment, and monitoring processes.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for team members and provided constructive feedback to foster growth.
  • Encourage innovation and the adoption of best practices within the development team.
  • Research and evaluate emerging technologies, frameworks, and libraries for potential adoption in the project.
  • Define the technical direction and long-term vision for the project or product, aligning it with the organization's goals.
  • Lead the design and architecture of the application, making informed decisions about the choice of technologies, frameworks, and tools.
  • Manage direct reports, including conducting 1-on-1 meetings, helping define goals, managing vacations and time off, acting as an escalation point, enforcing internal policies, etc.
  • Be flexible and malleable to handle various situations, scenarios, needs, and requests without having all the information.
Desired Qualifications
  • Expertise in significant mainstream JavaScript libraries (e.g., React, VueJS, NextJS, jQuery, Angular, etc.....) is a plus.
  • Expertise with automation and pre-processing tools (e.g. Gulp, Webpack, ParcelJS, SASS, LESS) is a plus.
  • Expertise with templating frameworks (e.g., Handlebars, PUG, Jade, Jekyll, etc, is a plus.
  • Expertise with the different levels of Accessibility and their implementation is a plus.

Critical Mass is a digital experience design agency that creates engaging digital solutions for clients in various industries, including automotive, finance, healthcare, and retail. The agency offers services such as website design and development, digital marketing campaigns, social media management, and data analytics. Their approach focuses on simplifying complex digital challenges to deliver user-friendly solutions tailored to each client's needs. Critical Mass differentiates itself through its collaborative method, working closely with clients to co-create impactful strategies. The company also supports talent development through programs like the Critical Mass Artist In Residence (CM AIR) and Trailhead, which nurture creativity and innovation. The goal of Critical Mass is to provide comprehensive digital strategies that resonate with target audiences and help clients succeed in the digital landscape.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$238K

Headquarters

Calgary, Canada

Founded

1996

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What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for personalized digital experiences boosts Critical Mass's core services.
  • The rise of e-commerce aligns with Critical Mass's expertise in digital identity solutions.
  • Growing digital ad expenditure in Canada expands the market for Critical Mass's services.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging digital agencies in Canada threaten Critical Mass's market share.
  • Rebranding with BlackSquare may misalign with Diageo's brand vision, affecting collaborations.
  • Public health disinformation focus may attract scrutiny, impacting reputation in studied regions.

What makes Critical Mass unique

  • Critical Mass excels in advanced UX design and data analytics.
  • The company specializes in voice interface design and AI-driven customer interactions.
  • Critical Mass offers integrated marketing communications and omnichannel strategies.

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Benefits

Professional Development Spending Account that can be used for conferences, courses, subscriptions, books

Competitive pay and benefits

Match charitable donations up to $100USD

Flexible, reasonable work-from-home arrangements whenever possible

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BlackSquare
Jun 1st, 2022
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This rebrand has been the result of a strong ongoing partnership between BlackSquare and Diageo, and in close collaboration with the talented team from Critical Mass that was responsible for the striking new design.

Oxus Society
Dec 13th, 2021
Critical Mass, Inc. launched research report on Dec 13th 21'.

On December 13, 2021, The Critical Mass (TCM) released a new research report, “Contaminated Trust: Public Health Disinformation and Its Societal Impacts in Georgia, Kazakhstan and Ukraine,” which provides front-line perspectives on how medical disinformation impacts healthcare decision-making in Georgia, Kazakhstan, and Ukraine.

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Oct 20th, 2021
Critical Mass, Inc. launches artist-in-residence program

Digital experience agency Critical Mass has partnered with visual artist Shantell Martin to launch an artist-in-residence program.