Research Science / Software Engineer required with a mix of skills in software product research and new product development combined with strong software engineering skills across Python backend systems and (TensorFlow OR Keras OR PyTorch) and some of AI / Deep Learning/ Data Mining / LLM, ideally combined with skills in full stack development is required by world leading law firm to working in a small high profile team focused on systems research and build of AI systems and deep learning pipelines models to be used by lawyers in the area of patent inventions and intellectual property.
Salary Circa $170-220k Base + Benefits (medical, Dental, Life Assurance, disability cover, 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plan, paid holidays)
This role will be within a world-respected, highly profitable, diverse legal firm that offers stability, a great culture, and a focus on innovation. It may suit someone looking to work in a respected, innovative, and perhaps more stable environment than tech firms.
The office is based in Los Angeles, close to Beverly Hills. Applicants will live in California. The role can be hybrid or predominantly remote, with some time in the office.
Critical skills for the role of Research Science / Software Engineer will include
- Product research for internal AI/ Deep Learning Systems / Data Science applications
- A self-starter who is used to working independently, planning, and running research projects
- Strong entrepreneurial spirit and someone who will work well in a small team on a diverse range of activities
- Ranking and testing early tools/innovations
- Strong Data-centric Software engineering skills in Python
- TensorFlow OR Keras OR PyTorch
- Proven skills in Python backend systems engineering / and, ideally, JavaScript / HTML front-end capabilities or an interest
- Experience in CI / CD and software development practices
- An interest in legal and solving complex business systems with data systems
- Top tier US University degree or master’s in Computer Science / CS
The role will involve working on various activities, including the research, planning, and development of complex data systems and full-stack systems development to empower lawyers in a complex business area who process large volumes of complex data.
We are looking for an ML Research Scientist who is fascinated by what it takes to use emerging techniques to solve real business problems today and be hands-on in developing cutting-edge data systems tech into production.
This is a chance to join a small entrepreneurial scientific research team of three people working for a top-tier law firm who have an emphasis on intellectual property and business litigation and focus on research and the hands-on software development of deep learning data systems that will be used by industry-leading lawyers working on complex patent litigation.
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