Location: Lusail, Qatar (On-site or Relocation Required)
Experience Level: Lead / Senior (7+ Years)
Employment Type: Full-Time
About DataLine
DataLine is a technology-driven company based in Doha, Qatar, specializing in designing and delivering secure, high-performance enterprise solutions for government and private-sector clients across the GCC. Our focus is on the Microsoft ecosystem, Azure cloud technologies, modern application architecture, and best-in-class engineering processes. We are expanding our leadership team and seeking an experienced .NET Technical Lead to guide development teams and drive architectural decisions for large-scale government solutions.
Role Summary
The .NET Technical Lead will oversee backend development, solution architecture, and end?to?end technical delivery across multiple projects. This role requires strong expertise in ASP.NET Core, C#, MS SQL, Azure services, microservices architecture, and DevOps processes. The successful candidate will lead developers, define coding standards, design scalable architectures, and ensure secure, high-quality software delivery aligned with government requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Lead a team of .NET developers through design, development, and deployment cycles
Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and system architecture guidelines
Architect backend systems, microservices, REST APIs, and integration layers
Design scalable database structures for MS SQL Server / Azure SQL
Provide technical leadership during code reviews, troubleshooting, and performance tuning
Collaborate with PMs, BAs, QA, DevOps, and security teams to ensure successful delivery
Oversee application security, identity management, and compliance requirements
Drive cloud adoption and modern architecture using Azure App Services, Functions, APIM, Service Bus, etc.
Support CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions
Mentor developers and support continuous team improvement
Handle production stability, monitoring, and performance optimization
Engage in solution design discussions with clients and stakeholders
Required Qualifications
7+ years of experience in backend development using ASP.NET Core and C#
Strong experience designing scalable architectures, APIs, and microservices
Deep understanding of MS SQL Server, Azure SQL, Entity Framework Core, and LINQ
Proficiency with Azure services: App Service, Functions, API Management, Service Bus, Storage, Azure AD
Hands-on experience with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines
Strong understanding of software security, authentication, authorization (OAuth2, JWT, OpenID)
Excellent leadership, communication, and mentoring abilities
Ability to work full-time on-site in Qatar or relocate
Applicants must attach valid Microsoft certification copies with their CV (AZ?204, AZ?305, AZ?400, AZ?500, or equivalent)
Bonus Points
Experience with AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service) and containerized architectures
Knowledge of CQRS, DDD, event-driven systems, or enterprise integration patterns
Familiarity with front-end frameworks (Blazor, React, Angular)
Experience designing solutions for government-grade environments and CIS-compliant deployments
Knowledge of Power Platform and enterprise integration (HR, SAP, Active Directory)
What We Offer
Full-time on-site leadership role in Doha, Qatar
Competitive salary and relocation support
Opportunity to lead government and enterprise-scale technology projects
Modern engineering environment using Azure and Microsoft ecosystem
Training, certifications, and continuous professional development
Collaborative, experienced, and supportive team culture
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are invited to send their CV with "Microsoft Certificates" to
web-support@dataline-qa.com(Applications submitted through Indeed will not be considered; only email applications will be reviewed).
Subject line: ".NET Technical Lead - Qatar"
Applications without attached Microsoft certificates will not be considered.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: QAR10,000.00 - QAR15,000.00 per month
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