Legal STEM OPT Jobs in Illinois

INTRODUCTION

The Litigation & Practice Technology Developer builds, maintains, and supports applications, automation, systems integrations, and technology solutions that enable the delivery of Litigation and Practice Technology services. This role develops software, automates processes, integrates systems via APIs, delivers AI-assisted solutions, and partners with Litigation and Practice Support, IT, Project Managers, and external vendors to meet Firm requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, implement, and maintain custom applications, business process automation, and department systems.
• Build systems integrations and automation using APIs and modern development practices.
• Leverage AI-assisted coding tools to accelerate development and delivery of solutions for the department and its clients.
• Develop, maintain and optimize SQL queries, reports, and database-driven applications.
• Apply and uphold secure development practices when developing and integrating internal and external systems, to protect credentials and confidential Firm and client information.
• Deliver client-billable technical services, including custom development, data analysis, reporting, and related technology solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application, system, integration, and user issues, coordinating with IT and other stakeholders as necessary to maintain reliable department services.
• Manage assigned development work and projects with limited supervision, coordinating with Litigation and Practice Support, IT, Project Managers, and external vendors to meet defined requirements and deadlines.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation for applications, systems, integrations, processes, and implemented changes.
• Provide operational and after-hours support as needed to address time-sensitive business and client requirements.

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, software engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• A minimum of 3 years of relevant professional experience in software development, application development, systems integration, automation, or a related technology field.
• Experience writing SQL queries and developing applications using relational databases.
• Proficiency in Python and PowerShell, or comparable programming or scripting languages such as Ruby, Perl, or JavaScript.
• Experience developing systems integrations and automation using REST APIs and web services.
• Experience using Visual Studio Code and Azure DevOps, including repositories, pipelines, and work items, or comparable source-control and CI/CD tools.
• Experience with data analysis and reporting tools such as SQL, Excel, Power BI, or comparable technologies.
• Experience documenting and automating business processes and workflows.
• Experience using AI-assisted coding tools responsibly and developing, deploying, or maintaining AI-assisted technology solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot applications and technology solutions, communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences, and support users in a distributed environment.

Preferred:

• Experience with .NET, C#, JavaScript, or other object-oriented programming languages.
• Experience developing solutions for Microsoft SQL Server.
• Experience with business process management or workflow automation platforms.
• Experience troubleshooting interactions among Windows servers, workstations, databases, networks, firewalls, and applications, including packet capture and analysis.
• Experience with ticketing and task-management systems.
• Experience providing technology solutions within a law firm, professional services organization, litigation support environment, or other client-service environment.

Other Skills and Abilities:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical personnel
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

LOCATION

The target salary range for this role is:

$98,300 - $147,500 if located in Illinois or Washington, D.C. Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements. The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email sidleytalentacquisition@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.