Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer

The Senior Software Engineer is a hands-on technical contributor responsible for building and maintaining automation solutions on our cloud-native platform. This role requires strong software engineering fundamentals combined with cloud architecture knowledgeyou'll be writing C# backend APIs, TypeScript custom nodes, Infrastructure-as-Code, and designing event-driven workflow architectures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement CQRS handlers using MediatR pattern
• Build ASP.NET Core Web API endpoints with Controllers pattern
• Implement Entity Framework Core data access layer
• Build custom n8n nodes for enterprise integrations
• Design and implement n8n workflows for business process automation including email processing, document routing, data synchronization, and API integrations
• Translate business requirements into technical workflow specifications with data flow diagrams and sequence diagrams
• Implement complex data transformations using JavaScript / Python code nodes
• Design event-driven architectures using Service Bus triggers and webhook patterns
• Optimize workflow performance through batch sizing, parallel processing, and work distribution
• Apply data / control plane separation : store large data in Data Tables / SQL / Blob Storage, pass references in messages
• Implement error handling strategies including retry logic, dead-letter queue handling, and compensating transactions
• Write workflow documentation including data schemas, error scenarios, and operational runbooks
• Troubleshoot production issues including workflow failures, API integration errors, and Azure service connectivity
• Conduct code reviews for peer pull requests focusing on code quality, security, and architectural patterns
• Contribute to platform improvements including CI / CD pipeline enhancements, observability, and developer tooling
• Document technical designs, API contracts, and integration patterns

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. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com / Benefits.

Target Salary Range

$180,000 - $200,000 if located in Illinois

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below 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 staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).

Education and / or Experience :

Preferred :

Other Skills and Abilities :

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer