Senior Programmer

About Latham & Watkins:

Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.

About the Role:

The Senior Programmer is an integral part of Latham’s Technology team. This role will be responsible for leading and assisting with the design and development of Latham production applications including programming, coding, and debugging applications, as well as working with and making recommendations to the Development Supervisors and Managers regarding the maintenance and enhancement of existing Latham production applications. This role will be located in our Global Services office in Downtown Los Angeles. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence. 

Responsibilities & Qualifications:

Other key responsibilities include:

• Working independently to develop and implement comprehensive computing solutions that solve user business requirements and developing solutions in a professional manner and in accordance with established deliverable schedules and firm procedures
• Developing and implementing new applications for Latham, maintaining the existing production applications, utilizing firm system software to generate and customize applications, and recommending solutions for the firm
• Participating in consultations with development staff, project analysts, and end-users regarding system requirements and functionality and designing recommended solutions
• Coding, testing, and debugging application systems per developed specifications and developing prototypes of various stages of development
• Leading small, medium, and large-size projects from design through deployment
• Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains 
  

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Exhibit advanced knowledge of C# and ASP.NET with the ability to design, develop, and debug applications
• Possess advanced knowledge of Ajax, JavaScript, and jQuery building interactive web-based interfaces
• Demonstrate the ability to develop user-friendly user interfaces and web applications using clean HTML and CSS design principles

And have:

• A bachelor’s degree in information systems, computer science, engineering, or related field, preferably
• Extensive experience with .NET 3.5, .NET 4.0 and .NET 4.5
• A minimum of three (3) years of C#, ASP.NET, and SQL specific programming experience
• A minimum of six (6) years of relevant programming experience, preferably
• A minimum of three (3) years of advanced HTML/CSS UI development experience, preferably
• A minimum of two (2) years of advanced Ajax, JavaScript, and jQuery programming experience, preferably
• A minimum of two (2) years of Xamarin (iOS/Android) programming experience, preferably

Benefits & Additional Information:

Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:

 

• Healthcare, life and disability insurance
• A generous 401k plan
• At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
• Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
• Professional development programs
• Employee discounts
• Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff

 

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.

 

Latham & Watkins LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO)​.  Please click the link below to review the Ordinance.

 

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Pay Range: USD $140,000.00 - USD $165,000.00 /Yr.