What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior .NET Core Developer position at Phoenix Staff, Inc.?
Location: Phoenix, AZ (2-3 days onsite per week)
Engagement: Contract
Experience Level: Junior (approximately 2-4 years)
We are seeking a Junior .NET Developer to support a large-scale modernization initiative focused on replatforming legacy applications to .NET Core. This role is ideal for a developer who has a solid foundation in .NET Core, enjoys collaborative team environments, and is eager to grow within a structured but evolving organization.
You'll be joining a small team of developers working on a mix of modernization and new development efforts. Success in this role is driven less by having every answer on day one and more by curiosity, adaptability, and a strong team-first mindset.
What You'll Be DoingAssist with replatforming and modernizing legacy .NET applications into .NET Core
Support backend and frontend development efforts as part of a broader application modernization strategy
Collaborate closely with teammates and stakeholders in an Agile-style environment
Learn and adapt to established processes typical of large or public-sector organizations
Contribute to AWS-backed applications and services, with mentorship and guidance
Participate in code reviews, testing, and iterative improvements
What We're Looking For
Hands-on experience with .NET Core and .NET
Exposure to application development in structured environments
Familiarity with Agile concepts or a willingness to learn them
Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style
Openness to working onsite two to three days per week
Comfort navigating legacy systems while learning modern approaches
Nice to Have
Introductory experience with AWS
Background in public sector or large enterprise environments
Exposure to both frontend and backend development
Why This Role
This is a strong growth opportunity for developers who want real-world experience modernizing critical systems. You'll gain exposure to cloud technologies, modernization strategies, and large-scale applications while working with a team that values learning, patience, and collaboration.
Salary : $35 - $50