Job Description: We are looking for a Backend Engineer II to join the DMS+ team. This role focuses on building and refining the core APIs and database structures that power our next-generation dealer management services. You will work within a sophisticated AWS ecosystem, utilizing C# and .NET to deliver high-performance solutions. Beyond technical execution, you will play a vital role in technical reviews and cross-functional communication, ensuring that complex requirements are translated into successful engineering outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain backend services using C# and the .NET framework.
Design and optimize RESTful APIs and database schemas within AWS.
Actively participate in and lead technical code reviews, ensuring adherence to best practices and performance standards.
Collaborate with Architects and Project Managers to clarify technical constraints and project requirements.
Bridge the gap between technical complexity and stakeholder needs through clear, professional communication.
Highly Recommended / Nice to Have:
Scripting Language Proficiency: Experience with Python, Bash, or Node.js for automation, utility scripts, or rapid prototyping.
Infrastructure as Code (Terraform): Experience defining and managing AWS resources via Terraform to ensure repeatable and version-controlled environments.
CI/CD Pipeline Knowledge: Familiarity with automated deployment workflows and GitHub Actions or similar tools.
Unit & Integration Testing: A "test-first " mindset with experience using frameworks like xUnit or Moq to ensure code reliability.
Job Requirements:
Do candidates need to be local to interview? - Interview can be done remote, but candidate should be working based of Draper, UT
Onsite requirements? 5 days/week or Flex Onsite Schedule 2-3 days per week/month? Flexible 2-3 days a week
Potential to Convert FTE? Yes
Target Years of Exp: 1-3
Top 5 Must Haves:
C# / .NET Proficiency: Strong professional experience in Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) using C#. The candidate should be comfortable with .NET Core/6+ and building modern, scalable backend applications.
AWS & Cloud Fundamentals: Practical experience developing within the AWS ecosystem (e.g., Lambda, DynamoDB, RDS, SQS). They should understand how to deploy and manage services in a cloud-native environment.
API & Database Design: Proven ability to build robust Web APIs and interact with both relational and non-relational databases. This includes understanding data modeling, indexing, and query optimization.
Technical Review Rigor: A high level of proficiency in performing technical peer reviews. We need someone who can provide constructive feedback, spot architectural "smells, " and maintain code quality across the team.
High-Stakes Communication: The ability to articulate complex technical requirements to a diverse audience, including architects, PMs, and "tough " personality types. They must be able to defend technical decisions while remaining collaborative and solutions-oriented.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Aurora, CO
Skills
AWS Lambdaunmatched
Amazon Web Services (AWS)unmatched
Application Programming Interface (API)unmatched
Architectural Servicesunmatched
Bash Scriptingunmatched
Best Practicesunmatched
Cloud Computingunmatched
Code Reviewsunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Continuous Deployment/Deliveryunmatched
Continuous Integrationunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Data Modelingunmatched
Database Designunmatched
Database Technologyunmatched
Ecosystemsunmatched
GitHubunmatched
Integration Testingunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Microsoft .NETunmatched
Microsoft C# (C Sharp)unmatched
Node.jsunmatched
Object Oriented Programming (OOP)unmatched
Python Programming/Scripting Languageunmatched
Quality Managementunmatched
Query Optimizationunmatched
REST (Representational State Transfer)unmatched
Rapid Prototypingunmatched
Relational Databases (RDBMS)unmatched
Resource Managementunmatched
Scalable System Developmentunmatched
Scripting (Scripting Languages)unmatched
Simple Queue Service (SQS)unmatched
Software Engineeringunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Technical Leadershipunmatched
Unit Testunmatched
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