Software Developer

Description

We are looking for a Software Developer to support a legal organization in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania through a Long-term Contract engagement. This role centers on building and enhancing automated legal documents while partnering with a technology-focused team that improves attorney workflows and client service. The position is best suited for someone who combines strong development skills with sound judgment, independence, and a practical understanding of document-driven processes in a services environment.

Responsibilities:
Design, build, and maintain automated templates for legal and practice-related documents using document automation platforms and related development tools.
Collaborate with attorneys, business stakeholders, and technology team members to translate document requirements into efficient automated solutions.
Develop and support integrations between document automation tools and complementary legal technology services when needed.
Write, test, and troubleshoot code using technologies such as C#, .NET, ASP.NET, and JavaScript to improve document generation performance and reliability.
Manage updates to automated documents, ensuring accuracy, version control, and alignment with current legal and business requirements.
Work independently with limited oversight while prioritizing assignments and making sound decisions within the scope of the role.
Contribute ideas that improve automation processes, user experience, and operational efficiency across document-focused workflows.
Provide technical support, documentation, and knowledge sharing to help users and team members adopt automation solutions effectively.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
Hands-on experience with legal or document automation platforms such as HotDocs, Contract Express, or Document Drafter.
Working knowledge of C#, .NET Framework, ASP.NET, and JavaScript in a software development environment.
Ability to create and maintain document-driven applications, templates, and supporting technical documentation.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage responsibilities independently with minimal supervision.
Sound analytical and problem-solving skills, with the judgment to make effective decisions within assigned authority.
Experience in a legal, law firm, or legal services setting is preferred.
Familiarity with contracts, legal documentation, document management, and automation-related workflows is preferred.

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