Senior Software Engineer (Backend) – Labs Legal Tech

Employer Industry: Legal Technology

Why consider this job opportunity:

1. Hybrid work model offering flexibility with 2-3 days a week in the office
2. Comprehensive benefits including flexible vacation, mental health days off, and wellness resources
3. Access to LinkedIn Learning and opportunities for professional development
4. Inclusive culture with a focus on equality, diversity, and social impact initiatives
5. Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI/ML technologies in a fast-paced environment

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):

1. Lead design, planning, implementation, and deployment of cloud-based services
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop market-leading software products
3. Ensure robust support for client applications and backend services, optimizing performance
4. Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices within the team
5. Advocate for process improvements to enhance team efficiency and project outcomes

What is Required (Qualifications):

1. Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
2. 4+ years of extensive software development experience focusing on cloud-native applications
3. 2+ years of hands-on experience with large-scale distributed applications, preferably using Azure
4. Proven backend application development experience with Python and proficiency in containerization
5. Exceptional communication skills and a demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):

1. Experience with other programming languages (C#, C++, Java) and cloud providers (AWS, GCP)
2. Familiarity with AI/ML technologies and model hosting/deployment
3. Knowledge of the legal industry

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