Thomson Reuters Labs is looking to solve the problem of processing millions of documents monthly using advanced AI/ML technologies, including Large Language Models (LLMs), to power innovative applications like CoCounsel. The Senior Software Engineer will spearhead the design, planning, implementation, and deployment of new services while maintaining existing ones, driving innovation in legal and business information processing.
Requirements
- 4+ years of extensive software development experience, with a strong focus on cloud-native application hosting and maintenance.
- 2+ years of hands-on experience in maintaining large-scale distributed applications, preferably using Azure (experience with AWS or GCP is also valuable).
- Proven track record (3+ years) in backend application development using Python, with proficiency in 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.
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems creatively and effectively.
- Interest in learning and using Rust to implement services.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to technical decision-making, influencing the direction of our product design, cloud infrastructure, and application architecture.
- Implement scalable cloud-based solutions that process millions of documents using cutting-edge AI/ML technologies, including LLMs.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineers, product managers, scientists, legal experts, and stakeholders to deliver innovative, market-leading software products.
- Ensure robust support for client applications and backend services, optimizing performance 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, promoting engineering culture and skill development across the team and the enterprise.
Other
- 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.
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to: Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, Contribute positively to long-term team dynamics and health.
- Adaptability and eagerness to learn new technologies and methodologies in a rapidly evolving field.
- Familiarity with the legal industry is helpful but not essential.
