Description:
Odysseys Unlimited, a Newton (Massachusetts) based tour operator and direct marketer, provides international small group tours to older Americans including members of some of the country’s most prestigious non-profit organizations. We have employment opportunities for professionals who are willing to use their talents to contribute to the growth and success of our expanding operation.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Senior Developer
Reporting to: Development Manager

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in software or full-stack development using C#, .NET (ASP.NET Core, .NET Framework, .NET 6+), and Microsoft Stack technologies.
• Proven expertise in Azure services, including App Services, Azure Functions, Azure Storage, Azure SQL Database, Azure DevOps (CI/CD pipelines, version control, and automated deployments), and Azure monitoring tools like Application Insights and Log Analytics.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, SOLID principles, and implementing security best practices, including role-based access control (RBAC) and data protection in Azure.
• Understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, PCI).
• Hands-on experience with authentication and authorization using Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), and JWT tokens.
• Experience building and securing RESTful APIs with ASP.NET Core and familiarity with Azure API Management.
• Proficiency in working with SQL Server, Azure SQL Database, and ORM tools like Entity Framework Core and Dapper.
• Experience with security scanning tools (SAST, DAST, SCA).
• Basic knowledge of frontend technologies such as Telerik, React, or Blazor is a plus.
• Proven ability to mentor developers, conduct technical documentation, and architect scalable solutions in cloud environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Eagerness to learn, adapt to new challenges, and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Microsoft certifications, such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure Developer Associate, are highly desirable.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and their functionalities is a plus

• Lead and contribute to the development and enhancement of the GMS system using Microsoft Stack technologies, ensuring adherence to industry security standards and compliance requirements.
• Maintain and enhance existing codebases, troubleshoot complex technical issues, and optimize system performance, including database queries and application responsiveness.
• Manage and maintain the SQL Server database associated with the GMS system, including developing queries and stored procedures.
• Collaborate with the Development Manager and other departments to understand system architecture and requirements, providing technical support and implementing user feedback to enhance functionality and user experience.
• Lead the integration of security into development pipelines and implement automated security scanning tools for static code analysis (SAST), dynamic analysis (DAST), and dependency scanning (SCA).
• Ensure software development aligns with regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g., PCI, CPRA, NIST).
• Conduct thorough testing of new features and bug fixes to ensure system reliability.
• Mentor developers, conduct code reviews, and ensure adherence to best practices to maintain high-quality code.
• Participate in project planning and estimations, proactively identify potential risks, and propose solutions to mitigate them.
• Create and maintain documentation for development and maintenance processes and contribute to strategic decisions by evaluating technical feasibility and risks.
• Stay updated with the latest developments in Microsoft technologies and best practices and assume responsibilities for other projects as needed.
• Be on call 24/7 as needed to address critical system failures impacting customers or business operations.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in software or full-stack development using C#, .NET (ASP.NET Core, .NET Framework, .NET 6+), and Microsoft Stack technologies.
• Proven expertise in Azure services, including App Services, Azure Functions, Azure Storage, Azure SQL Database, Azure DevOps (CI/CD pipelines, version control, and automated deployments), and Azure monitoring tools like Application Insights and Log Analytics.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, SOLID principles, and implementing security best practices, including role-based access control (RBAC) and data protection in Azure.
• Understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., NIST, PCI).
• Hands-on experience with authentication and authorization using Azure Active Directory (Azure AD), OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect (OIDC), and JWT tokens.
• Experience building and securing RESTful APIs with ASP.NET Core and familiarity with Azure API Management.
• Proficiency in working with SQL Server, Azure SQL Database, and ORM tools like Entity Framework Core and Dapper.
• Experience with security scanning tools (SAST, DAST, SCA).
• Basic knowledge of frontend technologies such as Telerik, React, or Blazor is a plus.
• Proven ability to mentor developers, conduct technical documentation, and architect scalable solutions in cloud environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Eagerness to learn, adapt to new challenges, and collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Microsoft certifications, such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure Developer Associate, are highly desirable.
• Familiarity with CRM systems and their functionalities is a plus.