Junior software engineer

This role is for one of the Weekday's clientsLocation: Kochi, CalicutJobType: full-timeWe are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Software Engineer with hands-on experience in C#, ASP.NET, and .NET Core. This role is ideal for early-career professionals who are eager to apply their technical knowledge in real-world projects, learn from experienced developers, and contribute to building high-quality, scalable web applications. You'll work closely with our engineering and product teams to design, develop, and deploy robust software solutions that deliver a seamless experience to our users.RequirementsKey Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and maintain web applications using C#, ASP.NET, and .NET Core frameworks. Collaborate with senior developers and cross-functional teams (UI/UX, QA, and Product Management) to define technical requirements and deliver software features on time. Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices, coding standards, and documentation guidelines. Debug and resolve application issues, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of software systems. Assist in integrating APIs, third-party tools, and databases with application layers. Participate in code reviews to learn, improve, and contribute to continuous team improvement. Test and validate software functionality, ensuring solutions meet business and technical requirements. Stay updated with the latest advancements in the .NET ecosystem and bring fresh ideas to improve existing systems and processes. Required Skills & Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline. 1-2 years of hands-on experience in software development using C#, ASP.NET, and .NET Core. Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts and software design principles. Familiarity with RESTful API development and integration. Experience working with SQL Server or similar relational databases (including writing queries, stored procedures, and joins). Basic knowledge of front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, or any modern front-end framework is a plus. Understanding of version control systems like Git. Good problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills. Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset. Preferred Skills (Good To Have) Exposure to Entity Framework, LINQ, or Web API. Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies. Experience with Azure DevOps or CI/CD pipelines. Basic knowledge of unit testing frameworks such as MSTest or NUnit.