Junior Software Engineer (Net)

Job Overview

People’s Bank, one of Sri Lanka’s leading banking institutions, is inviting applications from qualified and experienced IT professionals for the position of Junior Software Engineer (.NET). The selected candidate will contribute to the development, enhancement, maintenance, and support of secure and reliable .NET-based banking applications.

Position Details

• Job Title: Junior Software Engineer (.NET)
• Company Name: People’s Bank
• Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka
• Employment Type: Contract Basis
• Industry: Banking and Financial Services
• Job Category: Information Technology / Software Engineering
• Required Experience: 1–3 years of software development experience, with strong .NET experience
• Salary: Attractive and negotiable remuneration package
• Application Deadline: 26 October 2026

Company Overview

People’s Bank is a major banking institution in Sri Lanka, serving a broad customer base with a range of financial products and services. The bank uses digital technology and secure banking systems to support its operations and deliver reliable services to customers.

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

• Must be a citizen of Sri Lanka.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Management Information Systems (MIS), or an equivalent qualification from a recognised university or an institute approved by the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka.
• One to three years of software development experience, with strong .NET experience.
• Experience in banking or financial-sector applications will be an advantage.
• Preferably below 35 years of age as at the application closing date.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, enhance, and support secure .NET-based banking applications.
• Develop and maintain C# and .NET applications, REST APIs, and RESTful services.
• Develop and optimise SQL Server database objects, queries, and stored procedures.
• Integrate applications with core banking systems, payment systems, and third-party services.
• Analyse and resolve application incidents, defects, and production issues.
• Participate in requirements analysis, technical design, testing, and user acceptance testing (UAT).
• Follow secure coding, change management, version control, and documentation standards.
• Support application performance monitoring, audit requirements, and business continuity.
• Coordinate with business users, infrastructure teams, security teams, and external vendors.

Required Technical Skills

• C# and .NET, including .NET Core.
• ASP.NET Core and MVC.
• Web API development.
• SQL Server and T-SQL.
• Entity Framework.
• REST and SOAP services.
• JSON, XML, and system integration.
• Git and CI/CD concepts.
• IIS, Windows Server, and application troubleshooting.
• OWASP and secure coding principles.
• IBM i/AS400, DB2, RPG, or VB6 experience will be an advantage.

Required Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Production support and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Teamwork, communication, and knowledge-sharing skills.
• Ability to work with business users and technology vendors.
• Strong documentation skills and governance discipline.
• Commitment to secure and reliable software development.

Salary & Benefits

People’s Bank will offer an attractive and negotiable remuneration package commensurate with the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.

The position is offered on a contract basis. The advertisement does not specify the exact salary or contract duration.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants should complete the application form available on the People’s Bank careers page and submit it through the bank’s official website.

Application Deadline: 26 October 2026

Postal Address:

Deputy General Manager (Human Resources)
People’s Bank
People’s Tower – Level 14
No. 374, Dr. Colvin R. de Silva Mawatha
Colombo 02, Sri Lanka

Application Method: Online submission through the People’s Bank website.

Applicants may contact the bank using the telephone numbers listed in the official advertisement if they do not receive an application acknowledgement.

Important Notes

• Applicants must be Sri Lankan citizens.
• A relevant degree or equivalent recognised qualification is required.
• Strong .NET development experience is essential.
• Banking or financial-sector application experience is an advantage.
• The position is in the non-banking stream, equivalent to Assistant Manager (Grade III).
• Performance will be evaluated annually.
• Applications must be submitted through the bank’s official website on or before 26 October 2026.
• Incomplete or non-compliant applications may be rejected.
• The bank reserves the right to determine the number of vacancies and to postpone or cancel the recruitment process.