VCS is looking for a .NET developer comfortable working on a wide variety of applications, including web applications, and web services/web API. The ideal candidate must have a strong database background and should be able to develop and troubleshoot features front-to-back, from SQL data stores to ASP.NET Web API and MVC UIs. Strong written/verbal communication skills are a must.

Required Skills:

·         The candidate must possess strong knowledge of design and development on the front-end and the database side.

·         The position requires deep understanding and hands-on ability to program and write code in C#.Net.

·         Create, modify, and test various SQL queries, stored procedures, and views for obtaining data from diverse source systems and platforms.

·         Follow Microsoft SQL and database best practices to improve the operational reporting environment while focusing on resolving problems raised by team members, stakeholders, and end-users.

·         Must have excellent communication skills and client-interaction skills along with technical ability to convey correct code to the client in presentations

Preferred Skills (candidates with these skills will be given higher preference):

·         Extensive experience in MS-SQL Server and T-SQL.

·         Hands-on experience with Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) and Web API

·         Knowledge of advanced elements of the .Net Framework (data grids, custom paging, user controls, data caching and persistence, Remoting, Reflection, Serialization, and Security)

·         Experience in the use of agile processes and test-driven development.

·         Experience with version control tools (preferably TFS)

·         5+ years of application development and IT implementation experience

Plus, Skills (Not immediately necessary, but will be good):

·         SQL Server - ETL (DTS and/or SSIS) development

·         SQL Server - SSRS reporting services knowledge

·         WPF/WCF/WWF skills SilverLight or Sharepoint Services