Norkon

Oslo

Do you love building backend systems that just work? Are you the type who gets a kick out of optimizing performance, crafting solid architectures, and making everything run buttery smooth? If so, we want you on our team!
Who are we? Norkon is a fast-growing SaaS company that’s been shaking up the media and finance industries since 2014. Our real-time solutions power financial portals and stock market gamification for major media houses like Dagens Næringsliv, The Telegraph, and Handelsblatt. With customers worldwide and a passionate team in Oslo, we’re on an exciting journey, and we’d love for you to hop on board!
What’s the job? We need a Senior Backend Developer who can take our platform to the next level. You’ll be working with modern tech, scalable architectures, and real-time data processing. Our backend stack is built on .NET (8+), running in the cloud, and handling high-traffic workloads. If designing killer APIs, optimizing performance, and working with large datasets sounds like your kind of thing, keep reading!
What you’ll be doing:
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Building and maintaining backend services in .NET 8 and ASP.NET Core
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Designing scalable architectures that handle huge datasets
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Working with the newest OpenAI and Google APIs to build innovative features
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Optimizing databases, APIs, and caching for maximum speed
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Implementing security best practices and ensuring data integrity
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Collaborating with the frontend team to deliver smooth user experiences
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Exploring new tech to keep us ahead of the curve
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What you need to bring:
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Solid experience in backend development with .NET 8+ and ASP.NET Core
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Hands-on experience working with OpenAI and Google Gemini APIs
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Experience handling and optimizing large datasets
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A deep understanding of system architecture and design principles
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Strong database knowledge and query optimization skills
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A love for writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code
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Bonus points if you have:
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Experience with financial data or crypto
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Knowledge of WebSockets for real-time communication
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Experience with YAML pipelines, DevOps, and CI/CD
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ProvengRPCexperience
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What’s in it for you? Aside from working with a fun and talented team in a fast-growing company, we offer:
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💰 Competitive salary and great conditions
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🏢 Cool offices in the heart of Oslo
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📱 Paid mobile and broadband
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🖥️ Powerful hardware and all the software licenses you need
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🎧 Noise-canceling headset (because deep focus is a must!)
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🎉 Social events, including our legendary rooftop summer party
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💪 On-site gym access
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⏳ Flexible working hours (core hours from 09-15)
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🌯 "Burrito Tuesday" and "Norkon Breakfast"
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Why join us? At Norkon, you’ll get to work with cutting-edge tech, solve real-world problems, and be part of a team that values creativity and innovation. We believe in giving our people the freedom to explore, experiment, and grow---all while building world-class solutions for the media and finance industries.
If this sounds like the kind of challenge you’re up for, we’d love to hear from you!
📩 Interested? Shoot over your CV (no need for a fancy cover letter---unless you want to impress us). Let’s build something awesome together!

Senior Backend Developer -- Join Our Financial Media SaaS Adventure!