Systems Developer – Top tier law firm – Sydney CBD based

Drive innovation and impact, optimising our tech stack for cost-effective, scalable solutions alongside Power Platform apps, delivering fast, high-quality solutions

Your job is to help design, build, test, and support modern software systems that help the firm run more smoothly — both in the office and using cloud services like Microsoft Azure

Work closely with people across the firm to understand what they need and then create smart solutions that solve real problems

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Who Are We?

A firm born in Asia, underpinned by world class capability. 

With over 3700 lawyers in 26 global locations, we help our clients manage their risk and enable their growth. Our full-service offering combines un-matched top tier local capability complemented with an international platform.

We have deep roots in Australia spanning almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters.

Role Detail

KWM is entering into an exciting phase of its digital transformation journey, and this is an opportunity to lead and shape the digital products and ventures at the firm.  You’ll work on high-impact initiatives that shape the future of legal services, all while enjoying a flexible, supportive environment that values technical excellence and innovative thinking.

Joining the Development and Integration Team, reporting to the Development and Integration Manager, you will be responsible for end-to-end design, development and testing of modern advanced software solutions and processes on premises and Azure environments. You will work across multiple areas of the business including those which integrate with existing and future systems.

Based in the recently refurbished Sydney CBD office, and with a balanced approach to WFH, you will collaborate with key stakeholders and work to enhance the firm’s existing technology platforms into integrated productivity functions. You will be responsible for adhering to ITSM processes and security policies as well as software development lifecycle disciplines.

The role involves a balanced mix of hands-on development and other solution-related tasks.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Architect, design, and develop enterprise level solutions across the firm that integrate front-end and back-end systems, ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability.
• Design, develop, and deploy comprehensive technical solutions that meet specific business needs and objectives.
• Translate business requirements into effective technical solutions that deliver measurable value to the organisation.
• Manage the development and implementation of solutions in line with project timelines and service level objectives.
• Identify opportunities to enhance existing technologies and integrate new and emerging technologies, particularly AI and productivity tools, where applicable.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and maintain existing applications and integrations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders ensuring alignment and shared understanding of project statuses.
• Create and maintain thorough documentation for all deployed solutions.
• Adhere to established methodologies and best practices at KWM, including change management and incident response protocols.

About You

We're looking for someone who is adaptable, proactive, and thrives in a dynamic environment. You’ll be confident working independently or as part of a team, taking ownership of challenges and collaborating across functions to deliver results.

You’re not just a developer — you’re a problem-solver, a collaborator, and a technical leader who’s eager to contribute to a team that values innovation and continuous improvement. If you enjoy sharing knowledge, mentoring others, and finding smart solutions to problems, keep reading.

You Will Also Need:

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience developing enterprise modern technical solutions by understanding both technical and non-technical requirements provided by internal and external clients.
• 5+ years of professional experience in full-stack development.
• Ability to decide on and articulate a technical solution to solve a business problem.
• Strong knowledge of C#, .NET, ASP.NET Core, Blazor, Entity Framework Core, and SQL Server.
• Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and web services.
• Hands-on experience deploying and managing solutions in Microsoft Azure.
• Solid understanding of relational database design, stored procedures, and query optimisation.
• Familiarity with React, HTML, CSS, and TypeScript for building user interfaces.
• Practical experience working in an Agile environment (Scrum or Kanban).
• Proven ability to write and maintain unit tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
• Experience working with Git, agile delivery practices, DevOps pipelines, and CI/CD tools.

Next Steps

Please click ‘Apply Now’ to apply online with your cover letter summarising why you’re applying and your resume to support your experience.

Applications close COB 5pm AEST Friday 17th October 2025.

If you have any questions or need any further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Bridget on 02) 9296 3563.

If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Australia.

Why work with us?

We promote a collaborative culture where people feel respected, valued and supported both personally and professionally, and where diversity and inclusion also play an important role in enhancing our knowledge, driving innovative solutions for our clients and creating positive social impact. 

We live by our Principles, and strive for mastery in all that we do.  We take pride in the high quality work we deliver. Working with colleagues and clients who are leaders in their fields, means the ability to explore new paths to progress with continual learning and development, career and leadership opportunities.

As part of the KWM community you’ll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, benefits, policies and processes, to enable you to achieve your career goals.