Key Facts

Remote From:

Full time

Mid-level (2-5 years)

English

Hard Skills

Software Development Unit Testing JavaScript Libraries PHP (Scripting Language) Python (Programming Language) AWS Cloud Services Ruby (Programming Language) MySQL TypeScript Java (Programming Language)

Other Skills

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Analytical Thinking
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Teamwork
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Communication
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Problem Solving

Roles & Responsibilities

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
At least 3 years of experience developing SaaS or eCommerce web applications.
Proficiency in modern multi-paradigm languages such as PHP, Ruby, Java, or Python.
Knowledge of modern UI frameworks like React or Angular and experience with cloud environments, preferably AWS.

Requirements:

Develop and enhance software features following SOLID principles.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver solutions.
Troubleshoot system issues and implement long-term fixes.
Participate in code reviews, create technical documentation, and lead technical projects.

Paradigm

About Paradigm

Paradigm offers a suite of legal software solutions that help lawyers manage, automate and grow their firms. More than 40,000 lawyers across 170 countries use our products to shift the paradigm of how they practice law. With four world-class legal practice management solutions — PracticePanther, MerusCase, LollyLaw, and Bill4Time, and two payment and accounting platforms, Headnote and TrustBooks — Paradigm has the perfect solution for any law firm. We are better together. Bringing these industry-leading software under one roof allows us to quickly test and apply new ideas across the portfolio. We leverage collective wisdom and resources to introduce the right innovation at the right time to better serve lawyers everywhere. Officially recognized as a Great Place to Work in 2021 and 2022, at Paradigm, we are fast-paced, ambitious and unified by a common vision to build the best legal technology products in the world. Our team includes some of the brightest minds in technology, engineering, sales, marketing, and law, and we benefit from the backing and partnership of Francisco Partners.

Company type: SME

Founded: 2018

Company size: 51 - 200

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Job description

What is the role?

MerusCase offers a versatile, easy-to-use, cloud-based practice management solution for law firms. We are looking for a Software Engineer to join our MerusCase team. We are looking for PHP engineers who are interested in modernizing our tech stack to the latest serverless backend technologies along with React UI components.

In this role, you will:

Develop new software product features and enhancements using SOLID design principles
Produce clean, efficient, and maintainable code based on specifications
Collaborate and partner with cross-functional teams such as Product Management and Customer Success to understand their needs and to come up with the best outcome
Troubleshoot systems and customer issues and help in resolving those by identifying short-term and long-term solutions
Increase the coverage of unit testing and automate the manual tasks whenever possible
Actively participate in code reviews and create technical documentation
Champion and demonstrate the best practices in day-to-day activities
Lead various technical projects to elevate current products to the next level to handle the upcoming growth
Support and develop software engineers by providing advice, coaching, and educational opportunities
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

3+ years' experience developing SaaS and/or eCommerce web applications
BS in Computer Science or equivalent
Proficiency with modern multi-paradigm languages; knowledge of PHP (preferred), Ruby, Java, Python, etc.
Demonstrable experience with ES6 and Typescript
Knowledge of modern browser-based UI development with frameworks such as React and/or Angular
Experience of any cloud environment (AWS preferred)
Experience in a relational database management system (MySQL preferred) and data modeling
Experience with professional software engineering best practices for the full software development cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations

Who is the ideal candidate?

Self-motivated and passionate about learning
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Growth mindset, desire to learn and adopt new technologies
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Great team player and able to work efficiently with minimal supervision

Benefits

Competitive salary
Paid vacation + sick and parental leave
Remote working flexibility
Company culture that encourages work / life balance
100% paid PPO medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k matching, equity grants