Lead Software Engineer

Sidley Austin LLP (IL LLP); Town of Texas, Fort Worth (WI, TX); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Sidley Austin LLP is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to architect, build, and maintain scalable full‑stack applications using React, .NET, Next.js and Azure. This hands‑on leader guides delivery, conducts code reviews, and ensures high‑quality software with strong security and performance.

You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with product and design teams, implement CI/CD pipelines on Azure, and stay current with cloud-native best practices to drive rapid, reliable delivery.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent).
• 5+ years in full-stack software development with React/.NET/Next.js/TypeScript.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, microservices, and scalable architectures.
• Hands-on in SQL-based or NoSQL databases and Git; Agile experience.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and maintain scalable full-stack apps using .NET/TypeScript/React/Next.js on Azure.
• Lead technical decisions, drive best practices, and review code for quality and security.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers and guide design and implementation decisions.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to deliver features end-to-end.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and automate deployments on Azure, monitor performance.

Skills

React

NET

Next.js

TypeScript

Azure

REST APIs

Microservices

Git

Agile

Code reviews

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

NoSQL

Docker

Kubernetes

Azure

Job description

The Lead Software Engineer has expertise in building full-stack applications using React, .NET, Next.js, and Azure. This role will be responsible for leading technical development, conducting code reviews, and ensuring high-quality software delivery. This role is a hands-on leader who can guide a team while also contributing directly to the codebase.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Architect, develop, and maintain scalable full-stack applications using .NET, TypeScript, React/Next.js on Azure.
• Lead technical decision-making, providing expertise on best practices, architecture, and modern software development methodologies.
• Conduct code reviews, ensuring high code quality, security, and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and designers, to define, design, and ship new features.
• Mentor and coach junior and mid-level engineers, fostering a culture of growth and technical excellence.
• Monitor and improve application performance, optimizing database queries, front-end rendering, and API interactions.
• Ensure security best practices in web applications, including authentication, authorization, and data protection.
• Work with DevOps teams to implement CI/CD pipelines and automate deployments on Azure.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and advocate for their adoption where appropriate.

Education and/or Experience:

• 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, .NET, Next.js, TypeScript, 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.

Other Skills and Abilities:

• 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 preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
• #LI-MR1 #LI-Hybrid

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or in the future.

The target salary range for this role is: $117,300 - $184,300 if located in Illinois, New York, or Texas. 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 [e-mail] (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Sidley is an elite global law firm with a known reputation of deploying innovative strategies to achieve powerful results. Business professionals are essential to the firm’s ability to deliver the highest quality legal services to our clients. We are always looking for talented, motivated individuals who thrive in a performance-driven culture to join our team. We encourage you to explore current openings and check back for future opportunities that align with your skills, experience, and career goals.

Sidley employs approximately 2,300 lawyers working with our clients in complex transactional, restructuring, crisis management, investigation, regulatory, and litigation matters. Our 160 years of perspective and reach are truly global, supported by 21 offices strategically situated in key commercial, regulatory, and financial centers across the world. Our lawyers and business professionals, fluent in more than 75 languages, possess the cultural awareness and cross-border legal acumen needed to bring clarity to a dynamic business landscape.