Software Developer (C#/.NET/SQL) - Advanced Query Tool

Top 3 reasons to join us

• 13th month bonus
• Flexible working time
• Pets allowed bring your dog/cat to work

Job description

We are a software company based in Auckland, New Zealand with an office in Hanoi, Vietnam. We are looking for a software developer to join our friendly team.

This role offers:

• A flexible work environment with a tight-knit and supportive team.
• Responsibility and autonomy. We are a small team achieving big things, and want you to bring your best and take ownership of your work.

We are a New Zealand-based software company with a growing presence in Vietnam.

You will join as the first developer in Vietnam dedicated to AQT (Advanced Query Tool), collaborating closely with our NZ-based team. You will work alongside members of our team from our sister company, Trail.

About Us

AQT (Advanced Query Tool) is a powerful Windows desktop application used by data professionals in banks, government agencies, and enterprises around the world. It supports all major relational databases and is trusted for its speed, flexibility, and reliability when working with large, complex datasets.

We’re a small, product-led team, focused on shipping high-quality software that solves real problems for technical users. If you like working on products with real impact, you’ll fit right in.

The Role

We are seeking a software developer to join our team full-time. You will be employed in Vietnam and work closely with our product and engineering leads based in New Zealand.

You’ll be helping us modernize AQT by migrating from VB.NET to C#, updating the UI, and adding features that improve the experience for technical users.

If you join us, you will be:

1. Contributing to the migration of our legacy desktop application from VB.NET to modern C#
2. Enhancing features used by power users daily including query editing, schema browsing, and data tool
3. Updating and improving our user interface using modern front-end technologies
4. Building new, exciting features that make the product even more valuable to our customers

Your skills and experience

We’re looking for a developer who is confident in the Microsoft stack and has a good grasp of SQL. You’ll be comfortable working independently, communicating asynchronously, and contributing to a technically sophisticated product.

Must-haves:

• Experience in C# / .NET, preferably with desktop application development
• Solid SQL skills
• Experience with Git and modern development workflows
• Clear written communication in English
• Be a self-starter, able to take the initiative and work on valuable tasks autonomously

Nice-to-haves (not required):

• Experience with desktop application UI frameworks.
• Experience with full-stack web development.
• Experience with database administration tools.
• Exposure to AI tools or APIs, such as OpenAI
• Experience working in a remote team 

Why you'll love working here

• Competitive USD salary based on experience (around $1200 - $1600 USD per month)
• 13th month bonus
• Insurance and tax allowance (with full support once registration is complete)
• Flexible start and finish times
• 12 days annual leave (flexible)
• Free snacks, coffee, and tea
• Support for self-development (books, courses, certifications, knowledge sharing)
• Parking allowance
• Birthday gift and celebration
• Work computer provided
• Strong career growth opportunities
• Comfortable, pet-friendly office with a creative and informal environment
• Daily team lunches and regular social events
• Great chance to improve your English while working with an international team