Backend Developer, .NET

Meridian is seeking motivated Backend Developers to build and support backend services and APIs using C# and the Microsoft .NET platform.

Hyderabad, Telangana
Internship / Full-time
Internship / 0 to 2 years
Work from office

Team: Engineering

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Role Summary

The role offers exposure to application logic, data access, integrations, and service reliability, with an emphasis on sound engineering practices.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain backend functionality using C#, .NET, and ASP.NET Core.
  • Design, implement, and document RESTful APIs and service integrations.
  • Work with Microsoft SQL Server, relational data models, and efficient SQL queries.
  • Use Entity Framework Core and LINQ where appropriate for data access.
  • Implement validation, error handling, logging, and secure application behaviour.
  • Investigate defects, write maintainable code, and participate in peer reviews and testing.
  • Collaborate with frontend developers and QA to deliver complete and reliable features.
  • Use AI-assisted tools to support development while independently verifying correctness, security, and maintainability.

What We Are Looking For

  • Sound programming fundamentals and knowledge of C#.
  • Understanding of object-oriented programming and core .NET concepts.
  • Basic knowledge of ASP.NET Core and REST API principles.
  • Understanding of relational databases and SQL, preferably Microsoft SQL Server.
  • Familiarity with Entity Framework Core or willingness to learn it.
  • Working knowledge of Git, including branches, commits, and pull requests.
  • Logical problem-solving skills and care for correctness and readable code.

Good to Have

  • Exposure to dependency injection, asynchronous programming, and middleware.
  • Understanding of authentication, authorization, and API security fundamentals.
  • Experience writing unit tests or using API testing tools such as Postman.
  • Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, application logging, and troubleshooting.

Expectations by Employment Level

Internship

  • C# and OOP fundamentals
  • Basic SQL and relational data
  • Learn ASP.NET Core APIs
  • Basic Git collaboration

Junior full-time

  • Implement .NET APIs and business logic
  • Work with SQL Server and EF Core
  • Debug and test backend changes
  • Deliver tasks through code review

What Success Looks Like

Successful candidates build correct and maintainable services, handle data carefully, document and test changes, and take ownership of assigned work through review and completion.

Internship-to-Full-Time Opportunity

Our internship programme is designed to identify and develop promising talent for long-term opportunities. Interns who demonstrate strong performance, technical growth, ownership, meaningful project contributions, and readiness to take on real-world responsibilities may be considered for full-time employment. Conversion is performance-based and is not automatic or guaranteed.

Eligibility and Work Arrangement

Candidates who graduated in 2024, 2025, or 2026 are eligible to apply. Freshers and candidates with up to two years of relevant experience may apply for junior full-time opportunities. Internship applicants must be available for the internship commitment discussed during the selection process. All positions are based at the Hyderabad office and require working from the office. Remote and hybrid arrangements are not available.

Primary Skills

These are the core capabilities the hiring team will be looking for.

C#.NETASP.NET CoreSQL ServerEntity Framework CoreREST APIs

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Send your resume to info@meridianit.com with the role title in the subject line. Mention whether you are applying for the internship or the junior full-time opening, and your graduation year.

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Open to 2024, 2025, and 2026 graduates
Performance-based internship conversion