Legal Staff Information Technology in Chicago, IL

Law Firm

Chicago, IL

Legal Staff Information Technology in Chicago, IL

Legal Staff

Min 5 yrs required

No

**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Job Description

H1: Lead Software Engineer - Full Stack Development (React, , , Azure)
H2: Join Our Team as a Lead Software Engineer at a Top Law Firm in Chicago!

We are seeking a talented Lead Software Engineer to join our team at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***., a leading global law firm. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead technical development, mentor and coach junior engineers, and contribute directly to our full-stack applications using React, , , and Azure. If you are a hands-on leader with a passion for cutting-edge technologies and a desire to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we want to hear from you!

Duties and Responsibilities

As our Lead Software Engineer, you will have a wide range of responsibilities, including:

Architecting, developing, and maintaining scalable full-stack applications using , Python, on Azure.
Leading technical decision-making, providing expertise on best practices, architecture, and modern software development methodologies.
Conducting code reviews, ensuring high code quality, security, and performance optimization.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including product managers and designers, to define, design, and ship new features.
Mentoring and coaching junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of growth and technical excellence.
Monitoring and improving application performance, optimizing database queries, front-end rendering, and API interactions.
Ensuring security best practices in web applications, including authentication, authorization, and data protection.
Working with DevOps teams to implement CI/CD pipelines and automate deployments on Azure.
Staying up to date with emerging technologies and advocating for their adoption where appropriate.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should have the following qualifications:

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
A minimum of 5 years of experience in full-stack software development.
Expertise in React, , , Python, and Azure.
Strong experience in code reviews, software design patterns, and scalable application architecture.
Proficiency in RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.
Hands-on experience with databases, such as SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or NoSQL solutions.
Experience with version control systems (Git) and Agile development methodologies.

Preferred:

Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, Azure Container Apps) on Azure.
Knowledge of serverless computing and cloud-native applications.
Familiarity with unit testing frameworks and automated testing best practices.
Certifications in Azure or relevant technologies.

Salary and Benefits

At **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***., we understand the value of our employees and offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Salaries vary by location and are based on factors such as market, skills, experience, and education. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility. Benefits information can be found on our website.

Join Our Team at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.

If you are a highly skilled Lead Software Engineer with a passion for cutting-edge technologies and a desire to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply to join our team at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on challenging projects, lead technical development, and contribute to a culture of growth and excellence. Apply now and take the next step in your career!

Mar 25, 2025
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