Software Engineer – .NET

**About The Role** TekHQS is looking for a skilled Software Engineer – .NET who is strong in backend development and capable of building scalable, high\-performance APIs. The ideal candidate should also have working knowledge of frontend technologies and a strong problem\-solving mindset. We are particularly looking for engineers who can think critically, debug efficiently, and leverage AI tools (such as Cursor) to accelerate development and improve productivity. **Key Responsibilities** * Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using .NET Core / .NET * Build and optimize RESTful APIs for performance and reliability * Work with Entity Framework and SQL Server for efficient data handling * Contribute to microservices\-based architectures and distributed systems * Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate APIs with UI components * Debug complex issues, identify root causes, and implement efficient solutions * Review, refine, and improve AI\-generated code for production readiness * Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards * Work closely with cross\-functional teams in an Agile environment **Required Skills** **Backend (Must Have)** * Strong experience with C\# and .NET Core / .NET * Hands\-on experience in building and optimizing REST APIs * Experience with ASP Boilerplate and Entity Framework * Solid understanding of SQL Server (queries, indexing, performance tuning) * Experience with microservices architecture **Frontend (Required)** * Experience with Next.js or jQuery * Good understanding of JavaScript / TypeScript * Ability to integrate APIs with frontend applications **AI / Development Acceleration (Important)** * Hands\-on experience with Cursor or similar AI coding tools * Ability to write effective prompts for generating and debugging code * Experience reviewing and refining AI\-generated output * Exposure to AI agent\-based workflows is a plus **General Expectations** * Strong problem\-solving and debugging skills * Ability to identify root causes and propose scalable solutions * Good communication and collaboration skills * Ownership of tasks and accountability for delivery * Ability to work independently in a fast\-paced environment **Experience Required** * 3–5 years of professional experience in software development **Work Hours \& Availability** * Primary Working Hours: Pacific Time (8:00 AM – 5:00 PM) **OR** **Mandatory Overlap:** * 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Pacific Time * Plus minimum 3 hours overlap with Pakistan morning time Candidates must be comfortable working in a distributed team environment across US and Pakistan time zones. This overlap is essential for collaboration, debugging sessions, and handling production issues. **Why Join TekHQS** * Work on scalable and modern backend systems * Exposure to AI\-assisted development workflows * Collaborative and growth\-focused engineering culture * Opportunity to work with international teams and clients **About TekHQS** TekHQS is a global technology and AI\-driven solutions company delivering scalable SaaS, Cloud, AI/ML, Blockchain/Web3, DevOps, and enterprise software solutions to startups and enterprise clients worldwide. With a team of 300\+ professionals across the USA, UK, UAE, Qatar, Pakistan, and India, we specialize in building high\-performance digital products across Logistics, FinTech, Healthcare, and emerging technology sectors. At TekHQS, we foster a culture of innovation, ownership, and continuous growth, empowering our teams to build impactful technology that drives real business transformation.