ASP.NET Services Engineer

Public Trust Eligibility Required

About Aretum

Aretum is a mission-driven organization committed to delivering innovative, technology-enabled solutions to our customers across defense, civilian, and homeland security sectors. Our teams work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and transformation, helping agencies solve their most critical challenges. We believe in investing in our people and creating a culture where collaboration, inclusion, and professional growth are at the forefront.

Job Summary

Aretum is seeking a skilled ASP.NET Services Engineer to support a federal civilian client. This role will focus on building and maintaining backend services, APIs, database integrations, and application logic using ASP.NET Core, C#, Entity Framework Core, PostgreSQL, GraphQL, Azure, Kubernetes, and Azure DevOps. 

Due to the nature of our work as a federal consulting organization, employees may be expected to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and must adhere to applicable safeguarding and compliance requirements. 

Responsibilities 

• Design, develop, test, and maintain backend services using ASP.NET Core, C#, and Entity Framework Core
• Build microservices that support business logic, data updates, and enterprise application functionality
• Integrate and maintain PostgreSQL databases, including data models, queries, views, and database structures
• Develop and maintain GraphQL schemas and APIs for application functionality and data integration
• Create unit tests for APIs, microservices, GraphQL APIs, and application code
• Debug issues reported by testers and users, diagnose deployed environment issues, and implement fixes
• Support application development and deployment across local, test, staging, and cloud environments
• Work with containerized applications using Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm charts
• Support Azure cloud integrations, including AKS, Storage Accounts, Key Vaults, Azure Pipelines, Azure DevOps, and Git
• Collaborate with project managers, developers, testers, and client stakeholders to support Agile delivery priorities
• Maintain clear technical documentation and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent professional background
• 6+ years of software development
• Hands-on background with ASP.NET Core, C#, Entity Framework Core, and PostgreSQL
• Proven ability to build microservices and enterprise application services
• Skilled in developing GraphQL APIs in ASP.NET or similar platforms
• Ability to create unit tests for APIs, services, and application code
• Knowledge of containerized application development and deployment using Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm
• Knowledge of Azure cloud services, including AKS, Storage Accounts, Key Vaults, and Azure Pipelines
• Ability to use Azure DevOps and Git for task management, code management, version control, and deployment workflows
• Familiarity with React and TypeScript for user interface development
• Strong understanding of Agile/Scrum development practices
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, collaboration, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced client environment

Preferred Qualifications 

• Background supporting federal civilian clients
• Familiarity with enterprise application modernization or cloud-native application development
• Ability to troubleshoot applications in deployed cloud or Kubernetes-based environments
• Ability to mentor or provide technical guidance to junior developers
• Prior support for proposal, recompete, or contingent award efforts

Travel Requirements

This is a remote position; however, occasional travel may be required based on project needs, client meetings, team collaboration events, or training sessions. Travel is expected to be less than 10% and will be communicated in advance whenever possible. 

EEO Statement

Aretum is committed to fostering a workplace rooted in excellence, integrity, and equal opportunity for all. We adhere to merit-based hiring practices, ensuring that all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the job, without preference or consideration of factors unrelated to job performance. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aretum complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. 

We are proud to support our nation’s veterans and military families, providing career opportunities that honor their service and experience. 

If you require reasonable accommodation during the hiring process due to a disability, please contact hr@aretum.com for assistance. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled 

U.S. Work Authorization

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. This position supports a federal government contract and requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust or Suitability Determination, depending on the agency’s background investigation requirements. Sponsorship is not available. 

Benefits

• Salary Range: $110,000–$140,000 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including education, experience, qualifications, skills, and applicable contract requirements.  

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)  

• Retirement Plan (401k) 

• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)  

• Paid Time Off 

• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)  

• Short Term & Long-Term Disability  

• Training & Development