Senior AI Software Engineer

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 AI Software Engineer is an integral part of Latham’s Technology & Information Services team.This role will be responsible for supporting the design and development of full-stack Machine Learning (ML) and Generative AI (GenAI) applications tailored to optimize legal and business workflows, as well as integrating both frontend and backend components to deliver robust and scalable solutions. This role will be located in ourDowntown Los Angelesoffice. 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:

• Contributing to the entire lifecycle of ML/GenAI applications including concept, design, testing, releasing, and supporting
• Developing ML/GenAI solutions in a professional manner and in accordance with established deliverable schedules and firm procedures
• Working closely with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translating these into technical requirements for application development
• Contributing to the ideation and development of solutions and collaborating with ML Engineers to transition prototypes into production where necessary
• Participating in consultations with development staff, legal experts, end-users, and ML Engineers to elucidate system requirements and functionalities
• 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:

• Demonstrate proficiency with Python, including experience with libraries and frameworks relevant to ML/GenAI application development (e.g., LangChain)
• Display proficiency with API development frameworks (e.g., Django, Flask, FastAPI) and knowledge of web standards relating to API development (e.g., CORS, OpenAPI)
• Possess experience with modern web development frameworks and languages, including React, TypeScript, and Node.js, with experience building and maintaining front-end and back-end applications

And have:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer science, information systems, engineering, data science, or related fields
• A minimum of three (3) years of industry experience in full-stack AI application development
• A minimum of three (3) years of Python industry experience
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience working with agile teams

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.

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