Senior AI Software Engineer

Latham & Watkins LLP • Los Angeles, CA

20h • $160,000 - $180,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

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 our Downtown Los Angeles office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

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