Jr. Web Application Developer

Dinsmore is seeking a Jr. Web Application Developer at our Cincinnati, OH location who is responsible for developing and maintaining web applications within Dinsmore & Shohl's development team.  The Jr. Web Application Developer strives to ensure applications meet the business requirements established for any specific development projects.  This position reports to the Director of Technology Innovation.

Responsibilities

Understand and resolve issues with existing applications

Troubleshoot issues across the complete application lifecycle, including client-side applications, APIs, Azure services, IIS, SQL Server, authentication services, monitoring platforms, and integrations

Work with various project members to determine requirements for new applications

Design, develop, test, and maintain modern web applications and APIs using C#, ASP.NET Core, Blazor, and related Microsoft technologies

Utilize SQL queries/stored procedures to manipulate stored data

Evaluate 3rd party code and applications and integrate those into a solution where appropriate using firm's infrastructure and technology partners

Participate in the development and deployment of cloud-based solutions using Microsoft Azure services

Follow secure development practices, including authentication, authorization, vulnerability remediation, dependency management, and data protection requirements

Participate in CI/CD processes through Azure DevOps and GitHub, including automated testing and deployment pipelines

Test and deploy developed solutions

Identify and escalate technical issues; take corrective actions to ensure long-term resolution

Stay current on technology trends and make recommendations for upgrade paths of existing technologies

Prepare and maintain high level system documentation

Maintains positive contact with firm personnel and clients

Observes confidentiality in all firm and client matters

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Good written and oral communication skills

Possess a combination of formal education and technical educational track

Knowledge of legal environment and applications a plus

Be a contributing member in a team-oriented environment

Have a good working knowledge of object-oriented concepts and application design principles

Ability to communicate with management and end users in a non-technical manner

Experience developing applications using:

C#

ASP.NET Core (.NET 8/9)

REST APIs

Blazor and/or modern JavaScript frameworks (React preferred)

Object-oriented design principles

Visual Studio and Visual Studio Code

Ability to understand and maintain both legacy and modern applications, including:

HTML

CSS

JavaScript / TypeScript

ASP.NET applications

JSON and REST APIs

Legacy VB.NET applications where required

Knowledge of Microsoft Operating Systems, specifically with IIS and Log Files

Knowledge of Microsoft SQL server, the ability to write SQL queries and use Enterprise Manager/Management Studio

Experience with Git, GitHub, and/or Azure DevOps source control and CI/CD pipelines

Understanding of REST APIs, authentication mechanisms (OAuth/OpenID Connect), and system integrations

Familiarity with JavaScript, TypeScript, responsive design, and modern web application frameworks