Sr. AI Developer

Join Goodwin’s Global Operations Team, and make a real impact on a global scale. At Goodwin, we work with some of the world’s most successful and innovative investors, entrepreneurs and disruptors in the life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology and financial industries, and where they converge. As part of the Global Operations Team – all business professionals at the firm – you’ll collaborate with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and experiences, fostering an environment where cross-functional learning, networking, and collaboration are at the core of what we do.

Here, we’re not just supporting a law firm; we’re partnering with attorneys and clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-stakes litigation and dispute resolution, world-class regulatory compliance and advisory services, and complex transactions. Our commitment to integrity, ingenuity, agility, and ambition drives us, and we’re proud to have been recognised as the “Best Business Team” by The American Lawyer.

This is your opportunity to grow professionally in a dynamic, global environment, surrounded by forward-thinking peers.

We are seeking an experienced software developer who shares our passion for applying cutting-edge technology to solve complex legal and business problems and is eager to work collaboratively with our IT and Innovation Teams to pursue the Firm’s strategy for technology-enabled, data-driven client service.

This position will report to thebe part of our AI development team and will work closely with other members of the team to apply modern software development and deployment best practices to help us deliver on a portfolio of high impact software product development initiatives.

What You Will Do:

• Create production-quality software solutions using Microsoft Azure-hosted resources, services and tools, including Generative AI and LLMs
• Connect the software we build with other critical on-premises and cloud-based business systems and data sources to deliver secure, efficient and reliable end-to-end solutions for internal and external users.   
• Develop efficient, reliable, and scalable code in accordance with best practices and coding standards using programming languages and frameworks that are prevalent in modern AI application development.
• Use modern cloud deployment and DevOps practices and Azure tooling to accelerate our productivity, enhance software quality and improve developer experience.   
• Work across functions and teams to help identify needs and to design and implement solutions that meet the requirements of the business.
• Help shape the firm’s strategic direction and resource investment in the area of custom software development and deployment.
• Keep up to date with the latest technologies, tools, and frameworks, and identify opportunities for their implementation to improve development processes and efficiency.
• Help grow the firm’s capabilities and expertise in custom software development, such as by documenting designs, procedures and guidelines to ensure maintainability and facilitate knowledge sharing.

Who You Are:

• Proven experience in developing and deploying secure enterprise grade applications in cloud environments, with a preference for Azure DevOps pipelines and CI/CD processes.
• Hands-on experience with containerized development and deployment using tools like Docker and with IaC (Infrastructure as Code) tools such as Terraform, ARM templates or Bicep. 
• Knowledge of LLM and Generative AI based application development techniques, patterns and best practices is a strong plus.
• Demonstrated proficiency in C# and JavaScript is required. Familiarity with .NET, Python and/or React is a strong plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex requirements and propose innovative solutions. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. Proactive attitude towards learning new technologies and keeping up-to-date with industry trends.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Prior experience in a law firm or the legal industry is not required

Benefits and More

At Goodwin, you will discover your next career opportunity with a rewarding compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:

• Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work schedule

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Life and disability insurance

• Retirement & Savings Plan

• Emergency back-up child and adult care

• Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

• Employee recognition and reward programs

• Employee wellness and assistance programs

• Employee discounts and perks

​Consistent with the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Goodwin Procter LLP is an equal opportunity employer. This means that Goodwin Procter LLP considers applicants for employment, and makes employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other legally protected status.

To request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process in the US, contact the Benefits Department by email or by phone at 617-570-1800. To request any disability or neurodivergence related accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process in the UK or Germany, please email the Recruiting Department. Any information you provide will be in the strictest confidence, and only used for the purpose of providing the accommodations needed. Requesting accommodations will not adversely affect the outcome of your application.

Please note: Various agencies of the United States government require employers to collect information on applicants and employees. The National Association of Law Placement (NALP) and certain clients request us to keep track of certain aggregate information regarding lawyers. EEO information requested on this application is for purposes of compliance with these recordkeeping and reporting requirements and to determine recruiting and employment patterns. Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment.

This position is eligible for overtime: No

Target Salary Range: Boston $115,800 - $173,700 | Los Angeles $121,600 - $182,400 | New York $121,600 - $182,400 | Philadelphia $108,800 - $163,300 | San Francisco $129,700 - $194,500 | Santa Monica $121,600 - $182,400 | Silicon Valley $129,700 - $194,500 | Washington DC $115,800 - $173,700