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Gapstars is a Netherlands-based software development services provider that builds remote, agile teams in Sri Lanka and Portugal for innovative tech companies. Today, we are home to 220+ TechStars and innovative minds, turning scalable software into performance products that shape the future. Our partners are highly ambitious tech companies that are looking to conquer their respective markets.
About the Client
Are you an experienced .NET developer who enjoys working on complex systems that matter? At iprox, you’ll help build and evolve a powerful CMS platform used by large dutch public organizations.
About the Role
As a Senior Backend Developer, you’ll work on the core of iprox.cms, the proprietary content management system. Together with a multidisciplinary team, you’ll implement new features, build integrations with external systems, and contribute to the performance and scalability of the platform.
You’ll be deeply involved in the product development lifecycle – from concept to release – and help shape solutions that impact millions of users across government and education websites.
Responsibilities
Your first major challenge will be working with the team to implement iprox.headless, a new API layer that decouples the CMS backend from the frontend. This includes:
Developing secure read and write APIs
Ensuring proper authorization mechanisms
Laying the groundwork for a headless architecture
This is a key step in modernizing our platform and delivering more flexibility for our clients.
What You'll Do :
Develop and maintain backend functionality in C# / .NET (Framework & .NET 6+)
Build and optimize APIs and data connections to third-party systems
Implement and document secure data access (read/write) with proper authorization
Contribute to CI/CD processes and technical improvements
Collaborate with colleagues across development, product, and operations
Stay up to date with .NET and backend trends and bring in fresh ideas
Tech Stack
C#, .NET Framework, .NET 6+
SQL / Entity Framework, MongoDB
CI/CD
XSLT
Docker
Hard Skills:
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience with .NET
Strong hands-on experience with Entity Framework
Proficient in SQL Server
Solid understanding and experience with REST APIs and API security
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, specifically using GitLab (to manage existing pipelines)
Exposure to Docker is a strong plus
Working knowledge of XSLT
Experience with legacy ASP.NET applications is beneficial
Soft Skills:
Strong communication skills
Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion
"Gapstars is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, disability, or age. Your personal information collected during the application process is handled following our privacy policy and used exclusively for recruitment and hiring purposes only"
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