Senior Application Developer

Vedder's Chicago office is seeking a Senior Application Developer. The Senior Application Developer role leads the customization and support of critical business applications and the data integrity across systems. They will lead the design and development of application workflows, integrations, databases, and other solutions to address business requirements within the organization. They will be the primary technical point of contact between the business unit and the Information Technology (IT) department. They will demonstrate a proactive approach by being a self-starter and identifying opportunities for improvement. Additionally, they will provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to other team members.

As the Senior Application Developer, your job duties will include but not be limited to:

• Set the strategic technical architecture, software methodologies, processes, implementation planning and software maintenance for critical business-centric systems.
• Act as the primary technical SME for how technical solutions serve business processes and system integrations.
• Translate high level business requirements into workable solutions at all stages of the project process from design to implementation.
• Lead Level 2 support to resolve issues in a timely manner for our domestic and global offices.
• Set and uphold standards and best practices for application developers such as design, build, source code, and testing.
• Produce high quality, modular, reusable code that incorporates current best practices for our domestic and global offices.
• Mentor team members to foster their professional growth and promote a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Proactively identify areas for process improvement, efficiency gains, and innovation within the software development lifecycle, driving continuous improvement initiatives across the Firm.

Skills & Competencies:

• Advanced-level knowledge of the Intapp Cloud suite (Open, Flow, Time) with proven experience strongly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with Boomi backed by practical experience strongly preferred.
• Advanced SQL knowledge required.
• Excellent programming experience with C# or other object oriented languages required.
• In-depth experience with financial software applications such as Elite 3E, Intapp Time, Iridium, and Emburse Enterprise required.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills with the ability to tailor communications for the intended audience required.
• Litera support experience preferred.
• AI experience preferred.

Qualifications & Required Experience:

• Minimum 7 years of software development experience and 3 years in the legal industry required.
• Bachelor or Associates Degree in Computer Information Systems and/or Accounting, Finance, Business Administration required.
• Position also requires the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.

Compensation Range: $85,000/yr. to $100,000/yr.

At Vedder, we believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees' contributions. Our comprehensive Total Rewards Package includes:

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with skills and experience.
• Bonus Program: Discretionary annual bonus program.
• Retirement Planning: Discretionary profit sharing and 401(k) matching to help you plan for your future.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, along with optional health savings and flexible spending accounts, firm-paid Life and Disability benefits, and wellness programs to support your overall well-being.
• Paid Time Off: Competitive time off package including vacation days, paid holidays, sick time and personal days.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth through firm provided training programs.
• Employee Recognition: Anniversary and Vedder Praise Programs to celebrate your achievements and milestones.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
• Additional Perks: Employee discount program, pre-tax commuter benefits, back up child & elder care, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center discounts and more.

Join Vedder and be part of a team that values hard work and dedication!

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Vedder Price P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We participate in E-verify.

Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Vedder Recruiting Team at [email protected].