Applications Developer

Fenwick & West • Washington, DC

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About The Position

Fenwick is seeking an Applications Developer to join the Solutions & Automation team. This role is ideal for a curious early-career developer who wants hands-on exposure to enterprise applications, AI-enabled tools, cloud services, data platforms, and modern automation practices. The Solutions & Automation team designs, builds, and supports technology solutions that improve efficiency, automate business processes, and enable innovation across the firm. This position offers broad exposure across the software development lifecycle, working alongside experienced engineers on real, production-facing systems while developing foundational skills in application development, automation, data, and cloud technologies.

Requirements

• Fundamental understanding of programming concepts and software development.
• Familiarity with at least one modern programming language.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Clear communication and willingness to collaborate with technical and business stakeholders.
• Curiosity about AI, automation, cloud platforms, and business process improvement.
• Fast learner who builds skills quickly and stays open to new technologies.
• Reliable owner who follows through on assigned work and communicates progress clearly.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field required.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to cloud platforms and AI or automation tools is a plus.
• C# and .NET/ASP.NET
• SQL Server and cloud data platforms
• Azure services and Azure AI services
• Microsoft Copilot Studio and AI service APIs
• Power Platform, SharePoint, and Microsoft 365
• REST APIs, JavaScript or TypeScript, Git, and DevOps practices
• Power BI and reporting solutions
• Databricks or Fabric
• Python

Responsibilities

• Build and enhance internal web applications, business tools, APIs, and integrations.
• Support AI and automation initiatives involving Microsoft Copilot, Azure AI services, internal AI platforms, workflow automation, and AI-enabled search.
• Work with SQL databases, reporting solutions, dashboards, and data-driven process improvements.
• Participate in Azure-hosted application work, cloud migration efforts, and projects that stabilize, simplify, and modernize existing systems.
• Help troubleshoot issues, document systems, and streamline manual processes.
• Contribute ideas that improve user experience and team efficiency.
• Work with stakeholders on their respective projects, gathering requirements and communicating progress clearly.
• Follow through on assigned work with reliable ownership from start to finish.
• Look for simple, secure, and supportable ways to improve systems and processes.
• Learn and apply new technologies and platforms quickly as project needs evolve.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellbeing
• Discretionary bonus for eligible employees may also be available based on performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level