.Net Technical Specialist

Introduction

DB Cargo UK is currently recruiting for a .NET Technical Specialist to support the modernisation of our in-house application estate. This role will play a key part in driving the adoption of modern Microsoft technologies while ensuring our systems are secure, scalable and aligned with our long-term technology strategy.

Working as part of our IT team, you will help design and deliver modern .NET solutions that support DB Cargo’s operational systems and digital platforms. You will also act as a subject matter expert, supporting development teams, influencing architectural decisions and helping shape the future of our applications as we continue to evolve towards cloud-native technologies and modern DevSecOps practices.

This role will suit someone who enjoys combining hands-on engineering with technical leadership, working collaboratively to deliver reliable and secure systems that support the business.

This role is based at our Doncaster Head Office and offers hybrid working, with a salary of £65,000 – £70,000 depending on experience.

What will you be doing?

Designing and developing enterprise-grade .NET applications using modern frameworks including C#, ASP.NET Core and Web APIs.

Supporting the modernisation of legacy .NET applications, upgrading systems to supported frameworks and improving performance and reliability.

Contributing to the design of cloud-native solutions hosted in Microsoft Azure.

Supporting the implementation of API-first and event-driven architectures where appropriate.

Developing Infrastructure as Code deployments using Bicep to ensure consistent and repeatable environments.

Working with CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps to automate builds, testing and secure deployments.

Supporting monitoring, telemetry and observability through Azure Monitor and Application Insights.

Acting as a technical reviewer, ensuring solutions align with DB Cargo’s architecture, security policies and development standards.

Working closely with the Technical Lead and Enterprise Architect to support long-term platform strategy and application roadmaps.

Mentoring developers and sharing knowledge across the engineering team.

Supporting the responsible adoption of AI-assisted engineering tools to improve development efficiency and quality.

What are we looking for?

Strong experience developing applications using .NET technologies such as C#, ASP.NET Core and Entity Framework.

Experience working with Azure cloud services such as App Services, Azure Functions, Azure SQL, API Management, Service Bus and Key Vault.

Experience modernising or migrating legacy .NET applications to newer frameworks.

Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices, ideally within Azure DevOps.

Knowledge of secure development practices and DevSecOps principles.

Experience implementing monitoring and observability using tools such as Azure Monitor or Application Insights.

Experience working collaboratively with architects, engineers and product teams to deliver technical solutions.

Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to mentor or support other developers.

BSc (Hons) in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

What matters to you?

Here at DB Cargo we offer range of benefits as part of your employment. These will include:

We are offering a salary of between £65,000 - £70,000 depending on experience based on a 37 hour contract per week.

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid working between our locations and your home, this is mutually agreeable between the business and employee

Bonus Scheme - non contractual dependant on business and personal performance

Defined Contribution pension scheme with generous employer contribution – up to 10% employer contribution

Free on-site parking

EV charging at selected sites

Health Cash Plan Available

Cycle to work Scheme

Manager led recognition programme for employees who live our values

Access to DB Learning world

Annual pay reviews

We are dedicated to your continuous professional development. Depending on your role we have specialist training programs, apprenticeships, development plans, courses and qualifications we can support you through.

Access to our employee benefits portal where you can take advantage of discounts for a variety of shops and services as well as accessing our wellbeing content

We take the health and wellbeing of all employees seriously and provide access to an Employee Assistance Programme