Senior Software Engineer (Backend) – Labs Legal Tech

Employer Industry: Legal Technology

Why consider this job opportunity:

1. Hybrid work model offering flexibility of 2-3 days a week in the office
2. Comprehensive benefits including flexible vacation, mental health days, and wellness resources
3. Opportunities for personal and professional growth through learning and development programs
4. Inclusive culture with a strong commitment to diversity and social impact initiatives
5. Purpose-driven work that contributes to justice, truth, and transparency in the legal field

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):

1. Lead the design, planning, implementation, and deployment of cloud-based services using AI/ML technologies
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative software products
3. Ensure robust support for client applications and backend services, optimizing performance
4. Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in software development
5. Stay updated with evolving technologies and advocate for process improvements

What is Required (Qualifications):

1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
2. 4+ years of extensive software development experience with a focus on cloud-native applications
3. 2+ years of hands-on experience in maintaining large-scale distributed applications, preferably using Azure
4. Proven track record of 3+ years in backend application development using Python
5. Exceptional communication skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with stakeholders

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):

1. Experience with additional programming languages such as C#, C++, or Java
2. Familiarity with AI/ML technologies, particularly MLOps and NLP
3. Understanding of the legal industry is a plus