Senior Software Developer-.Net

Overview

• Deliver scalable applications and services that improve trade content management and processing.
• Build up an understanding of the business, trade content and the existing processes for content management and delivery.
• Increase automation to reduce manual effort and improve operational efficiency.
• Improve data quality, validation, and governance through enhanced tooling and workflows.
• Build and optimize SQL-based solutions that support large-scale data ingestion and management.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of software developers.
• Partner with stakeholders to translate regulatory requirements into effective technical solutions.
• Strong experience with C#, .NET Core/.NET, and modern web technologies.
• Advanced SQL Server skills, including database design, performance tuning, and query optimization.
• Experience developing data processing, automation, and internal business tools.
• Experience with AI-assisted development tools and modern engineering practices.
• Experience leading or mentoring software development teams.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and align technical solutions with business goals.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Descartes Unites the People and Technology that Move the World The need for efficient, secure, and agile supply chains and logistics operations has become ever more critical and complex. By combining innovative technology, powerful trade intelligence and the reach of our network, Descartes helps get goods, information, transportation assets, and people where they’re needed, when they’re needed.

We’re one of the most broadly deployed logistics and supply chain technology companies in the world. More than 26,000 customers around the globe use our cloud-based solutions to transform the way they move inventory and information to enhance productivity, better serve customers, thrive competitively, keep pace with evolving regulations, and respond to rapidly changing market conditions. Descartes is publicly traded (Nasdaq:DSGX, TSX:DSG) with headquarters in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, and offices and partners around the world. With record financial performance for more than 16 years, we lead the industry in innovation investment. Every day, logistics service providers, manufacturers, retailers, distributors, and other logistics-intensive businesses of all sizes rely on our scale, stability, and comprehensive solution footprint to move what’s most important to them. Learn more at www.descartes.com .

We’re growing fast and invite you to join our amazing team.

Senior Full Stack .NET Developer & Team Lead

Trade Content Data | SQL | Internal Tools Development

Mission — Why This Role Exists

The Trade Content Data team is responsible for maintaining the global regulatory and trade compliance content that powers our solutions. As Senior Full Stack .NET Developer & Team Lead, you will lead the development of internal applications, automation tools, and data platforms that improve the accuracy, scalability, and efficiency of our content operations while mentoring a team of developers.

Outcomes — What Success Looks Like

Within 12–24 months, you will:

Skills & Competencies — How the Work Gets Done

Technical Expertise

Leadership & Collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of professional .NET development experience.
• Strong SQL Server expertise.
• Experience leading developers or technical projects.
• Experience with regulatory, compliance, or trade data.
• Experience with ETL and data integration processes.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Smart: Able to quickly understand complex systems, connect ideas, and make sound judgments.
• Curious: Actively seeks to understand customer problems, emerging technologies, and better ways of working.
• Coachable: Open to feedback, willing to adapt, and continuously improving through learning.

Preferred

Culture Add: TEAM Values

We value team members who communicate with transparency, sharing information openly and building trust across functions. You bring excellence and expertise to your craft, holding a high bar for quality while continuously improving your skills. You demonstrate accountability by owning outcomes, following through on commitments, and taking responsibility for results. You are driven by metrics, using data and experimentation to inform decisions and deliver measurable impact.

Aptitudes

What’s In It For You

This role offers the opportunity to lead the development of critical systems that support global trade compliance data. You’ll influence technical direction, drive automation initiatives, mentor a growing team, and work closely with business leaders to deliver meaningful business impact. You’ll have the autonomy to solve complex challenges while working with modern technologies, cloud platforms, and AI-driven development tools.

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