Principal .NET Developer

Join to apply for the Principal .NET Developer role at ASCENDING Inc.Join to apply for the Principal .NET Developer role at ASCENDING Inc.Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Principal .NET EngineerUtah County (Hybrid)Full-Time, Direct Hire**Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (No C2C or 3rd Parties)**About The RoleWe're seeking a hands-on Principal .NET Engineer to lead the enhancement and optimization of a high-performance prediction exchange platform. This is a technical leadership role ideal for someone who thrives in code, excels at spotting architectural risks during reviews, and enjoys mentoring others while remaining deeply technical.You'll contribute directly to an established platform optimizing performance, scaling infrastructure, and collaborating with a small, sharp team that values clean code, big-picture thinking, and active problem-solving.ResponsibilitiesLead and participate in code development and peer reviewsArchitect and enhance multithreaded .NET applications built for high scale and availabilityGuide the migration from on-prem infrastructure to Azure cloudImprove system performance, stability, and scalabilityCollaborate in agile sprints and contribute to ongoing team discussions and activitiesMentor team members and help shape development standards and practicesQualifications:10+ years of professional experience in .NET developmentExpert-level knowledge of .NET, C#, and MSSQL (latest versions)Strong experience deploying to and working in Azure (DevOps, CI/CD, cloud services)Familiarity with tools like Firebase, SignalR, and SolarWindsDeep experience with multithreaded backend applications and microservice architecturesProven track record optimizing high-availability, high-scale platformsExperience with code review processes; able to identify and communicate architectural and code-level risksBackground in fintech or trading platforms strongly preferred (e.g., CFTC-approved exchanges, Interactive Brokers, NASDAQ, or prediction markets)Positive, team-oriented attitude with a willingness to contribute beyond just writing codeNice to Have:Experience with DevOps pipelines and monitoring solutionsExposure to political, sports, or financial prediction platformsCulture & Perks:Friendly, collaborative team with a strong focus on quality and communicationRegular team-building events, including game sessions on ThursdaysA chance to shape the future of an innovative, high-impact exchange platformAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionEngineering and Information TechnologyIndustriesIT Services and IT Consulting and Education Administration ProgramsReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at ASCENDING Inc. by 2xWashington, DC $120,000.00-$170,000.00 3 weeks agoArlington, VA $86,600.00-$181,800.00 1 month agoFull Stack Developer (C# / .Net / JS / SQL / AWS)McLean, VA $120,000.00-$130,000.00 2 weeks agoFull Stack Developer (C# / .Net / JS / SQL / AWS)Full Stack Developer (C# / .Net / JS / SQL / AWS)Full Stack Developer (C# / .Net / JS / SQL / AWS)Arlington, VA $137,000.00-$153,000.00 1 day agoSenior Full Stack .NET Software EngineerReston, VA $175,000.00-$250,000.00 9 months agoFull Stack Developer: Junior, Mid, and Senior Levels (TS Clearance Required to Apply)SR .Net Core Developer , 3 PLUS year projectWashington, DC $106,763.00-$162,565.00 1 week agoRockville, MD $55,000.00-$125,000.00 1 month agoFull Stack Software Engineer (.Net & Angular)Arlington, VA $86,600.00-$181,800.00 1 month agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17