Software Developer (in-person Grand Rapids, MI)

Position Overview

As a Software Developer, you will actively contribute to designing, developing, and maintaining software applications that drive the firm’s legal operations. This role involves taking ownership of medium-complexity projects, collaborating with team members, and implementing efficient solutions.

Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the development team to design, develop, test, and maintain software applications using Visual Studio (.NET) and MS SQL Server.
• Analyze requirements and translate them into detailed functional and technical specifications.
• Write efficient, scalable, and maintainable code adhering to best practices.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure software quality.
• Participate in the deployment and integration of new systems.
• Mentor junior developers by sharing knowledge and providing technical guidance.
• Document detailed designs, processes, and procedures.
• Research and recommend improvements to existing systems.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience with Visual Studio for VB.NET and C#.NET; VBA experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in MS SQL Server, including DML/DDL, stored procedures, functions, and views.
• .NET developmental (especially desktop applications) preferred.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and debugging tools is desirable.
• Familiarity with OCR/document processing and artificial intelligence technologies (machine learning (ML), large language models (LLM), generative AI (GenAI), etc.) is a plus.
• Solid understanding of software development principles and methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong collaboration and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in identifying and implementing improvements in existing systems.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, and vision benefits after 90 days
• 401k retirement plan after 6 months of service
• Paid holidays and generous time off
• Firm provided life and disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program to help navigate life’s challenges (EAP)