How to hire a net developer

How to hire a net developer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step net developer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a net developer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new net developer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your net developer job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a net developer for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a net developer to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a net developer that fits the bill.

   Here's a comparison of net developer salaries for various roles:

   Type of NET Developer	Description	Hourly rate
   NET Developer	Web developers design and create websites. They are responsible for the look of the site... Show more	$32-55
   Web Application Developer	A web application developer is responsible for designing website and system applications following clients' specifications and business' needs. Web application developers utilize their expertise in programming languages and system codes, ensuring the efficiency and smooth navigation of the website... Show more	$31-52
   Developer/Consultant	A developer/consultant is responsible for developing system databases and applications, depending on the business' needs and clients' specifications. Developers/consultants design their services to manage optimal performance and maximize productivity for timely submission of projects, ensuring client satisfaction and loyalty... Show more	$34-64

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • SQL Server
   • T-SQL
   • JavaScript
   • Database
   • Web Services
   • HTML
   • CSS
   • User Interface
   • JQuery
   • Ajax
   • WCF
   • Asp
   • Net MVC
   • C Net

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   Responsibilities:

   • Perform unit testing and integration testing and write PowerShell to automate deployment various packages.
   • Develop custom navigation base on manage metadata service application along with all site collection.
   • Manage sites with multiple user departments, apply principles and processes uniquely relate to SharePoint to support intranet and collaboration initiatives.
   • Design custom forms for clients using InfoPath and Nintex.
   • Create Nintex form for RnD user to input their research work and get publication approval.
   • Play a role in designing the UI for the application using expression blend and XAML mark up.

   More net developer duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your net developer job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A net developer can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, net developers' average salary in wyoming is 30% less than in washington.
   • Seniority. Entry-level net developers 41% less than senior-level net developers.
   • Certifications. A net developer with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a net developer's salary.

   Average net developer salary

   $88,984yearly

   $42.78 hourly rate

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   Entry-level net developer salary

   $68,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 6, 2025

   Average net developer salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$111,288	$54
   2	Utah	$98,786	$47
   3	District of Columbia	$93,347	$45
   4	Arizona	$92,693	$45
   5	Massachusetts	$92,359	$44
   6	Missouri	$91,623	$44
   7	Virginia	$91,622	$44
   8	Texas	$91,197	$44
   9	New Jersey	$90,465	$43
   10	Wisconsin	$89,084	$43
   11	New York	$88,631	$43
   12	South Carolina	$88,440	$43
   13	Michigan	$87,286	$42
   14	Maryland	$87,271	$42
   15	Illinois	$85,576	$41
   16	Pennsylvania	$85,456	$41
   17	North Carolina	$83,858	$40
   18	Florida	$83,723	$40
   19	Georgia	$83,615	$40
   20	Ohio	$81,509	$39

   Average net developer salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Concentra	$110,270	$53.01
   2	Morgan Stanley	$105,892	$50.91	39
   3	Kelly Services	$105,375	$50.66	2
   4	Tradeweb	$105,034	$50.50	1
   5	Iris Software	$103,498	$49.76	3
   6	TEKsystems	$103,392	$49.71	39
   7	Charles Schwab	$101,481	$48.79	44
   8	Adecco	$100,977	$48.55	4
   9	Randstad North America, Inc.	$100,746	$48.44	66
   10	Strategic Staffing Solutions	$100,264	$48.20	1
   11	ICONMA	$99,697	$47.93	3
   12	Forest Lawn	$98,897	$47.55
   13	NuAxis Innovations	$98,415	$47.31
   14	Staffing Resources	$98,353	$47.29	1
   15	Visionworks	$97,716	$46.98
   16	Hamrick's	$97,126	$46.70
   17	Ability Commerce	$96,868	$46.57
   18	McKesson	$96,333	$46.31	13
   19	Robert Half	$96,035	$46.17	182
   20	Oracle	$95,446	$45.89	9,860

4. Writing a net developer job description

   A net developer job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a net developer job description:

   Net developer job description example

   Job Description Shannon Swenson Req
   State of IA (Client)
   
   Short Description:
   This is a Senior .NET Developer that will assist in enhancements of new and existing systems and entire end-to-end system development using .NET technologies
   Complete Description:
   This is a Senior .NET Developer will assist in end-to-end system enhancement and new development using C#, Bootstrap, CSS3, HTML5, TypeScript, JavaScript, Knockout, ASP.NET Webforms, .NET Core, MVC, and Entity Framework, SQL Server including creating stored procedures, functions, tables and creating and maintaining SSIS packages and SSRS reports.
   
   " This position will assist in enhancements of new and existing systems and entire end-to-end system development using .NET technologies. These systems support our business lines such as Child Welfare, SNAP, TANF Medicaid, and Child Care Assistance. As a full stack developer, skills are needed in both front-end and back-end development. C#, Angular, Bootstrap, CSS3, HTML5, TypeScript, JavaScript, Knockout, ASP.NET Webforms, .NET Core, Entity Framework and SQL 2016+
   " Gather business requirements, analyze, and create functional and technical specifications
   " Analyze and design SQL databases and database objects
   " Perform end-to-end development and testing and support business users with user testing
   " Resolve system issues and problem reports reported by end users though the Help Desk.
   
   Successful candidates will possess:
   " The ability to analyze new development, or current applications and assist with coding tasks; able to react quickly to changing requirements in an agile environment
   " Self-starter work ethic, adept at providing exceptional results with limited supervision
   " Excellent troubleshooting skills to identify and fix issues reported in existing systems
   Required / Desired Skills Skill Required / Desired Amount of Experience " Experience in developing ASP.NET Required 3 Years " Experience with ASP.NET Webforms Required 3 Years " Experience with RESTFUL development for web services and APIs Required 3 Years " Experience using C#, VB.NET or ASP.NET Core Required 3 Years " Proficiency with using Visual Studio 2019 and previous versions Required 3 Years " Experience in working with HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, TypeScript, Knockout, and Angular Required 3 Years " Experience using LINQ and Entity Framework Required 3 Years " Team Foundation Server/Azure Dev Ops (or other version control tools) Required 3 Years " SQL Server 2016+ Required 3 Years " Experience in creating batch packages using SSIS Required 3 Years " Experience in creating reports using SSRS Required 3 Years " Database modeling & Design Required 2 Years " Experience in using Power BI Desired 1 Years " Experience with Microsoft Azure Cloud services Desired 1 Years " Experience designing CI/CD pipelines into Azure App Services Desired 1 Years can demonstrate knowledgeable experience in " OpenText Content Server Highly desired can demonstrate knowledgeable experience in " Adobe Experience Manager specifically using Designer, Workbench, and Workflow

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right net developer for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your net developer job on Zippia to find and attract quality net developer candidates.
   • Use niche websites such as dribbble, authentic jobs, working not working, coroflot.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit net developers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   If your interviews with net developer applicants aren't enough to make a decision, you should also consider including a test project. These are often the best, most straightforward, and least bias-prone ways of determining who will likely succeed in the role. If you don't know how to design an appropriate test, you can ask someone else on the team to create it or take a look at these websites to get a few ideas:

   • TestDome
   • CodeSignal
   • Testlify
   • BarRaiser
   • Coderbyte

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new net developer

   Once you've decided on a perfect net developer candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new net developer. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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