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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Applications Developer - **Company:** Ropes & Gray - **Location:** San Francisco, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** LangGraph Framework, Clean Code Principles, ASP.NET, HTML, JavaScript (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Application Frameworks, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Online Services, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Software Quality, System Configuration, Data Governance, Cursor, Database Development, Software Design Patterns, Microsoft SQL Server, Systems Development Life Cycle, Regression Testing, OpenAI, Microsoft Copilot, Application Data, Requirements Management, Search Technologies, Secure Coding, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, Web Applications, WebSocket, Enterprise Search, Microsoft Agent Framework, Pinecone, Data Processing, Qdrant, Enterprise Software Applications, .NET Core, GitHub Copilot, Large Language Models, Claude Code, Multi-Agent Systems, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Agentic-AI, Microsoft Copilot Studio, AI Platforms, Integration Tests, Azure OpenAI API, AutoGen, Web Technologies, Virtual Agents, Software Coding, Prompt Templates, Semantic Kernel - **Published:** November 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/7_A568858CB8F87FACD7A13F7672235CB3 ## About the Role essential.Individual plays a critical role on a high-performing Application Development team that is actively embracing AI to transform how the firm builds and delivers software. The team works effectively across Information Services and with the business stakeholders we serve. Should have the ability to present complex technical information-including AI concepts and capabilities-to a wide range of audiences, be a fast learner of rapidly evolving AI technologies, be a creative thinker, share skills and information freely, and be able to mentor and train other developers on AI-assisted development practices. Effective communication skills a must., ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES:Must demonstrate the ability to maintain strict confidentiality of the firm's internal, client, and personnel affairsExcellent listening skills and written and oral communication skills, including effective presentation skillsMust be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and be able to handle multiple projects at the same timeMust be able to re-prioritize work to keep up with the needs of the businessSelf-starter and good collaborator with ability to work individually and within a team environmentExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbalAbility to work effectively in a culturally and educationally diverse environmentWillingness to work additional hours when neededStrong intellectual curiosity about AI and a passion for exploring how emerging technologies can solve real business problemsEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:Must have a solid knowledge of Web Application Architecture and Design Patterns5+ years application development experience using Microsoft .NET (.NET Core; .NET Framework also acceptable) with C#, ASP.NET Core, and SQL Server2+ years' experience building and consuming REST APIs2+ years' experience in HTML, JavaScript, and CSS2+ years hands-on experience with AI technologies, including prompt engineering, AI agent development, and integration of large language models (LLMs) into production applicationsProficiency with agentic coding tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, Cursor) and a track record of using AI-assisted development to improve productivity and code qualityExperience designing and implementing retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) architectures, including working with vector databases (e.g., SQL Server 2025, Azure AI Search, Pinecone, Qdrant) and semantic search techniquesFamiliarity with AI orchestration frameworks (e.g., Microsoft Agent Framework, Semantic Kernel, LangGraph, AutoGen) for building multi-step, agentic workflowsDemonstrated expertise with Microsoft Copilot Studio, including building, configuring, and deploying custom copilots and AI agents within the Microsoft 365 and Power Platform ecosystemExperience with Microsoft Azure AI services, including Azure OpenAI Service, Azure AI Search, and cloud-hosted AI application patternsExperience with application data encryption; .NET Data Protection a plusExperience leveraging mobile-native capabilities using web technologies a plusExperience with cache servers, web sockets, service workers, and backplanes a plusUnderstanding of responsible AI principles, including bias mitigation, transparency, and data governance as they apply to enterprise AI deploymentsExposure to secure coding practices and enterprise compliance requirements, particularly as they relate to AI data handling and privacy, a plusPrior exposure to and support of the legal industry a plusProven experience with troubleshooting principles, methodologies, and issue resolution techniques ## Description The Senior Applications Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining intelligent, AI-enhanced web and database solutions within the Microsoft ecosystem, primarily using C#, JavaScript, and modern AI frameworks and services. This developer should be passionate about coding and emerging AI technologies, thrive on solving complex business challenges through innovative approaches-including AI-driven automation and agentic workflows-and be able to manage multiple concurrent priorities spanning new AI-powered software development as well as applications maintenance and support.Individual must have a strong technical foundation in both traditional software engineering and modern AI development practices, including prompt engineering, AI agent orchestration, and the integration of large language models into enterprise applications. A full understanding of common coding standards, design patterns, configuration management, and full life cycle systems development is, ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Develop and support maintainable, scalable, efficient, and effective solutions-including AI-powered features and intelligent automation-that contribute to and adhere to architecture and application framework standards and good coding practices across multiple solution patterns.Design, build, and maintain AI agents and copilot experiences using Microsoft Copilot Studio and related AI orchestration platforms, integrating them into existing business workflows and applications.Leverage agentic coding tools such as Claude Code, Cursor, and similar AI-assisted development environments to accelerate development velocity, improve code quality, and establish best practices for AI-augmented software engineering across the team.Evaluate, prototype, and integrate AI services-including Azure OpenAI Services, large language models, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) patterns, and semantic search-into enterprise applications to deliver measurable business value.Prepare technical specifications, design documentation, code walk-throughs, test plans, and documentation of completed code, including documentation of AI model configurations, prompt templates, and agent behavior specifications.Make quality a priority by thoroughly unit testing and integration testing code-including AI component validation and prompt regression testing-before releasing it to QA and Production.Collaborate effectively and willingly with all IS departments, business and QA analysts, project managers, business stakeholders, and vendors. Help define requirements and explain the capabilities and limitations of various systems, including the responsible and effective use of AI technologies.Review requirements documentation thoroughly and confirm requirements with solutions architect and business analyst before work begins. Raise concerns and identify gaps in requirements, particularly as they relate to AI feasibility, data readiness, and ethical considerations.Stay current with the rapidly evolving AI landscape, proactively identifying opportunities to apply new AI tools, models, and techniques to improve firm operations and client service delivery.Perform other job-related duties as necessary.