Senior Software Engineer (Backend) - Labs Legal Tech

Thomson Reuters
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

2900 Ames Crossing Road (Show on map)
Feb 13, 2025
Senior Software Engineer (Backend) - Labs Legal Tech Are you a seasoned software engineer withexpertisein cloud-based system design and implementation? Thomson ReutersLabsis offering an exciting opportunity to join acutting-edgeteam processing millions of documents monthly using advanced AI/ML technologies, including Large Language Models (LLMs). Our services power innovative applications likeCoCounsel. As a senior engineer in this role,you'llspearhead the design, planning, implementation, and deployment of new services whilemaintainingand supporting existing ones.You'llbe at the forefront of applying AI technologies to legal and business information processing, driving innovation in a fast-paced, high-impact environment. About the Role: In this opportunity asSenior Software Engineer (Backend),you will: Contribute to technical decision-making, influencing the direction of ourproduct design,cloud infrastructure,and application architecture. Implement scalable cloud-based solutions that process millions ofdocumentsusingcutting-edgeAI/ML technologies, including LLMs. Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, product managers, scientists, legal experts, and stakeholders to deliver innovative, market-leading software products. Collaborate on initiatives with autonomy, contributing to a culture of excellence, self-organization,and continuous improvement. Stay at the forefront of evolving technologies, adapting swiftly to changes in cloud platforms, AI/ML advancements, and industry trends. Ensure robust support for client applications and backend services,optimizingperformance and reliability. Be involved in the entire software development lifecycle, from conception through deployment, advocating best practices in planning, implementation, testing, and CI/CD. Champion process improvements, implementing methodologies that enhance team efficiency, code quality, and overall project outcomes. Mentor junior engineers, promotingengineering culture andskill development across the teamand the enterprise. About You: You are a fit for the role ofSeniorSoftware Engineer (Backend)ifyour background includes: Required Skills and Experience: Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience. 4+ years of extensive software development experience, with a strong focus on cloud-nativeapplication hosting and maintenance. 2+ years of hands-onexperienceinmaintaininglarge-scale distributed applications, preferably using Azure (experience with AWS or GCP is also valuable). Proventrack record(3+ years) in backend application development using Python, withproficiencyin containerization (Docker & Kubernetes), SQL databases,CI/CD tools (e.g.,Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions), version control systems (e.g.,Azure DevOps, GitHub), etc. Comprehensive understanding of the entire software development lifecycle, including agile methodologies,testing,monitoring, and incident management. Experience providing technical leadership within a development team, including but not limited to: mentoring junior developers, reviewing code, training on new technologies / concepts, providing input on technical decisions. Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to: Build andmaintainstrong relationships with stakeholders Contribute positively to long-term team dynamics and health Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems creatively and effectively. Adaptability and eagerness to learnnew technologiesand methodologies in a rapidly evolving field. Interestin learning and using Rust to implement services. Preferred Skills and Experience: Experience with other languages (e.g.C#,C++,Java,etc.) and/or cloud providers(AWS, GCP)isuseful. Experience with AI/ML technologies-especiallymodel hosting and deployment("MLOps"),processing large document volumes,and/or NLP (Natural Language Processing)-is highly desirable. Familiarity withthe legalindustry ishelpful but not essential. #LI-JF1 What's in it For You? You will join our inclusive culture of world-class talent, where we are committed to your personal and professional growth through: Hybrid Work Model: We've adopted a flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role) for our office-based roles while delivering a seamless experience that is digitally and physically connected Wellbeing: Comprehensive benefit plans; flexible and supportive benefits for work-life balance: flexible vacation, two company-wide Mental Health Days Off; work from another location for up to a total of 8 weeks in a year, 4 of those weeks can be out of the country and the remaining in the country, Headspace app subscription; retirement, savings, tuition reimbursement, and employee incentive programs; resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Culture: Globally recognized and award-winning reputation for equality, diversity and inclusion, flexibility, work-life balance, and more. Learning & Development: LinkedIn Learning access; internal Talent Marketplace with opportunities to work on projects cross-company; Ten Thousand Coffees Thomson Reuters cafe networking. Social Impact: Ten employee-driven Business Resource Groups; two paid volunteer days annually; Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives for local and global impact. Purpose Driven Work: We have a superpower that we've never talked about with as much pride as we should - we are one of the only companies on the planet that helps its customers pursue justice, truth and transparency. Together, with the professionals and institutions we serve, we help uphold the rule of law, turn the wheels of commerce, catch bad actors, report the facts, and provide trusted, unbiased information to people all over the world. In the United States, Thomson Reuters offers a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Our benefit package includes market competitive health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance programs, as well as a competitive 401k plan with company match. In addition, Thomson Reuters offers market leading work life benefits with competitive vacation, sick and safe paid time off, paid holidays (including two company mental health days off), parental leave, sabbatical leave. These benefits meet or exceeds the requirements of paid time off in accordance with any applicable state or municipal laws. Finally, Thomson Reuters offers the following additional benefits: optional hospital, accident and sickness insurance paid 100% by the employee; optional life and AD&D insurance paid 100% by the employee; Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts; fitness reimbursement; access to Employee Assistance Program; Group Legal Identity Theft Protection benefit paid 100% by employee; access to 529 Plan; commuter benefits; Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement; and access to Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Thomson Reuters complies with local laws that require upfront disclosure of the expected pay range for a position. The base compensation range varies across locations. For any eligible US locations, unless otherwise noted, the base compensation range for this role is $140,000 - $260,000. This role may also be eligible for an Annual Bonus based on a combination of enterprise and individual performance. Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills and experience with consideration given to internal equity. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive Total Reward program which also includes flexible and supportive benefits and other wellbeing programs. Do you want to be part of a team helping re-invent the way knowledge professionals work? How about a team that works every day to create a more transparent, just and inclusive future? At Thomson Reuters, we've been doing just that for almost 160 years. Our industry-leading products and services include highly specialized information-enabled software and tools for legal, tax, accounting and compliance professionals combined with the world's most global news services - Reuters. We help these professionals do their jobs better, creating more time for them to focus on the things that matter most: advising, advocating, negotiating, governing and informing. We are powered by the talents of 26,000 employees across more than 70 countries, where everyone has a chance to contribute and grow professionally in flexible work environments that celebrate diversity and inclusion. At a time when objectivity, accuracy, fairness and transparency are under attack, we consider it our duty to pursue them. Sound exciting? Join us and help shape the industries that move society forward. Accessibility As a global business, we rely on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goals. To ensure we can do that, we seek talented, qualified employees in all our operations around the world regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable law. 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