.NET Solution Tech Lead

As a .NET Solution Tech Lead at Publicis Sapient, you will take charge of leading the technical blueprinting, design, and implementation of a migration and integration project, driving the development of an Integration Platform as a Service (iPaaS) solution. You will also oversee the application lifecycle management, code quality, and support the development team in achieving high-performance standards.

To qualify for the .NET Solution Tech Lead position at Publicis Sapient, candidates should have over 10 years of experience leading large-scale technical projects, proficiency in C# and .NET 8, and expertise in iPaaS technologies like Azure Logic Apps and Functions. Familiarity with REST APIs, microservices architecture, and CI/CD pipelines is also highly beneficial.

The .NET Solution Tech Lead position involves a hybrid work schedule. Initially, commuting to Mexico City will be required for team meetings in the first quarter, alternating between fully onsite and hybrid weeks. After the first quarter, commuting will be expected at one week per quarter.

As a .NET Solution Tech Lead, you will lead a major migration and integration project aimed at enhancing the digital platform for a leading global distributor in the electrical products sector. This includes implementing innovative solutions with technologies like Azure Logic Apps and developing seamless data integrations.

Publicis Sapient emphasizes professional development and career growth for its employees. As a .NET Solution Tech Lead, you will have opportunities to lead high-impact projects, collaborate with experienced professionals, and access resources that promote continuous learning and skill enhancement.

Publicis Sapient encourages a vibrant and collaborative work culture that values creativity and teamwork. As a .NET Solution Tech Lead, you will become part of a global team dedicated to digital transformation initiatives, supporting each other in a fast-paced environment focused on innovation and excellence.

The .NET Solution Tech Lead role entails traveling twice per quarter for client workshops in Dallas. Candidates should be prepared for these visits along with potential team meetings in Mexico City during the initial phase of their tenure.

When answering this question, highlight specific projects where you implemented Azure Logic Apps for data integration. Discuss the architecture you designed and any challenges you overcame, emphasizing how your leadership supported the team in achieving project goals.

Discuss the importance of code reviews, automated testing, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices. Provide examples of tools you’ve used, such as SonarSource for code analysis, to maintain high quality in your deliverables.

Share your mentoring philosophy, emphasizing the benefits of fostering a collaborative environment. Describe how you provide guidance through pair programming, regular feedback sessions, and encouraging self-learning through resources and challenges.

Choose a complex migration or integration project example. Discuss your role, the difficulties faced regarding technology or team dynamics, and the successful strategies you implemented to keep the project on track and within scope.

Discuss your experience designing and deploying microservices using C#, Docker, and Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS). Illustrate with an example showcasing how microservices improved the performance, maintainability, or scalability of an application.

Talk about your experience with Karate testing and unit testing frameworks such as JUnit and Mockito. Provide an example of how these practices improved the quality of the product before it reached production.

Emphasize your commitment to continuous learning, mentioning sources like online courses, technical blogs, community forums, and conferences. Share a specific instance where a new technology helped you improve project outcomes.

Illustrate your role as a facilitator and collaborator who encourages open communication and teamwork. Stress your focus on aligning technical decisions with business objectives while empowering team members to contribute and grow.

Discuss your methodology for understanding business requirements, designing the architecture, and selecting appropriate technologies. Emphasize collaboration with stakeholders to ensure alignment with their needs throughout the project lifecycle.

Highlight your knowledge of performance monitoring tools like Dynatrace and provide specific examples, such as using caching strategies or analyzing bottlenecks, that improved the speed and responsiveness of applications.