Sr. Generative AI (GenAI) Software Engineer - hybrid - onsite 10-12 days a month

"Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The company does not sponsor applicants for work visas."

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 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.

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