Net Backend and SQL Developer Consultant (Local - HQA)

Result of ServiceThe UNRWA Relief & Social Services Department is advancing The UNRWA Digital Archiving Project for Palestine Refugee Family Files. It represents a transformative initiative to digitize, structure, and semantically enrich decades of historical records into an accessible, secure, and intelligent archive system. This solution addresses the need to preserve refugee family history, enable data-driven decision-making, and support the reconstruction of family trees spanning back to 1948. UNRWA is seeking an experienced .NET Backend and SQL Server Developer to support the development of core components of the AI-enabled document processing pipeline and the data services that power document validation, classification, and integration with UNRWA systems. The developer will design and implement RESTful APIs and Azure Functions for high-throughput document processing and work closely with database and AI engineers to maintain performance and data integrity. To ensure the timely delivery of the Digital Archiving Project's key business capabilities, a core development team must be onboarded immediately. These roles are critical to the technical implementation of foundational systems, including the AI document processing pipeline, business applications (DVCS), and advanced data extraction models. Work LocationAmman, Jordan (HQ Amman) Expected durationThe duration of the Contract is up to 11 months, and the possibility of extension is subject to the availability of funds and continuing need and satisfactory performance. Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe Consultant will be responsible for developing and maintaining various modules of the eHealth System. Key tasks include building new backend components, updating existing components, and ensuring system security through regular updates and patches Specific Outputs/Tasks include but not limited to: • Develop and maintain backend services using .net 7, C#, Azure functions • Maintain and enhance the system's functionality. • Create and maintain scalable APIs. • Provide daily support and analyze system requirements. • Design, implement and optimize SQL database schemas and stored procedure. • Integrate backend logic with Azure Blob Storage, AI Services and Power Platform components • Conduct bug fixes and quality assurance. • Review code and ensure security testing of new/updated pages. • Prepare technical documents and user manuals. • Deliver a monthly progress report with a backlog tracker DELIVERABLES: The consultant is expected to deliver the following output: • Onboarding & familiarization • AI Document processing & data verification • Data correction solution development • Human Review & Data Correction module • Reinstatement & Relinking system • Refugee Document Master Data Management Qualifications/special skillsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE • A university degree or master’s degree in information technology or related field. • Minimum 4 years of experience in web applications development using .net and MS SQL server. Preferred Experience: • Experience with document processing workflows or AI pipeline integrations • Exposure to Azure AI Services (Form Recognizer, Cognitive Search) is a strong plus • Background in enterprise-level or public sector projects • Familiarity with Power Platform integration (Dataverse, Power Automate) is advantageous. COMPETENCIES • Applying Technical Expertise • Planning and Organizing • Creating and Innovating • Analyzing LanguagesExcellent command of written and spoken both Arabic and English. Additional InformationThe Consultant will report technically to Solution Architect Digital Archive AI System No FeeTHE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.