Thomson Reuters

Senior Software Engineer, Legal — CoCounsel Forward Deployed Engineering

United States of America, Frisco, Texas · Senior

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 13 hours ago

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About the role

In this opportunity as a Senior Software Engineer (Legal), you will:
Mentor and guide junior software engineers through code reviews, advice, coaching, and training on modern technologies, including legal-domain AI applications, while leading routine projects using Agile/Scrum methodologies.
Work in a hybrid capacity from an assigned office location, with occasional (and rare) travel to customer sites as needed.

Responsibilities

Are you a hands-on engineer who wants to build the next generation of legal AI solutions from the ground up?
In this role, you will help design, build, and deploy bespoke AI solutions for law firms and corporate legal departments, turning architectural direction into robust, production-ready systems that legal professionals can trust.
You'll work closely with AI engineers and cross-functional partners to deliver high-impact solutions that shape how legal work gets done.
Develop software solutions by studying information needs, conferring with legal users, investigating problem areas, and following the software development lifecycle - from system specifications through documentation and demonstration.
Deliver end-to-end technical solutions for multiple products or complex projects for legal clients, leading routine projects with manageable risks and resources, and solving complex problems with minimal guidance.
Our use of AI within the recruitment process Thomson Reuters utilizes Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our global recruitment process.
Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities, whether caring for family, giving back to the community, or finding time to refresh and reset.
As a global business, we rely on the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all employees to deliver on our business goals.

Nice to have

A JD or formal legal training, or equivalent depth of experience in a legal practice environment, with fluency in legal terminology from working directly within or alongside legal teams.
5+ years of software engineering experience, with proficiency in Python and a track record of building production-grade software.
Strong understanding of AI/LLM evaluation methodologies, along with strong prompt engineering skills - the ability to design, iterate, and optimize LLM prompts for specialized legal domain tasks.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage credibly with both lawyers and engineers on technical and legal concepts alike.
Comfort working independently, navigating ambiguity, and presenting at client workshops or knowledge-sharing sessions in a fast-paced environment.
A growth mindset and adaptability in a rapidly evolving technology landscape, with the ability to mentor others using Agile/Scrum methodologies.
Experience with legal platforms or SaaS solutions is a plus.

Compensation

This builds upon our flexible work arrangements, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year, empowering employees to achieve a better work-life balance.
Thomson Reuters complies with local laws that require upfront disclosure of the expected pay range for a position.
We offer employees two paid volunteer days off annually and opportunities to get involved with pro-bono consulting projects and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives.

Benefits

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.
These benefits meet or exceeds the requirements of paid time off in accordance with any applicable state or municipal laws.
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.

Company info

Thomson Reuters informs the way forward by bringing together the trusted content and technology that people and organizations need to make the right decisions. We serve professionals across legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media. Our products combine highly specialized software and insights to empower professionals with the data, intelligence, and solutions needed to make informed decisions, and to help institutions in their pursuit of justice, truth, and transparency. Reuters, part of Thomson Reuters, is a world leading provider of trusted journalism and news.
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. 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.
As a global business, we rely on the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all employees to deliver on our business 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. Thomson Reuters is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer providing a drug-free workplace.
Thomson Reuters makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities, including veterans with disabilities, and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. If you reside in the United States and require an accommodation in the recruiting process, you may contact our Human Resources Department at HR.Leave-Expert@thomsonreuters.com. Disability accommodations in the recruiting process may include things like a sign language interpreter, making interview rooms accessible, providing assistive technology, or other relevant accommodations. Please note this email is not intended for general recruitment questions and we will promptly respond to inquiries regarding accommodations. More information on requesting an accommodation here.
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Thomson Reuters informs the way forward by bringing together the trusted content and technology that people and organizations need to make the right decisions.
We serve professionals across legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media.
Our products combine highly specialized software and insights to empower professionals with the data, intelligence, and solutions needed to make informed decisions, and to help institutions in their pursuit of justice, truth, and transparency.
Reuters, part of Thomson Reuters, is a world leading provider of trusted journalism and news.
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.

Equal opportunity

If you reside in the United States and require an accommodation in the recruiting process, you may contact our Human Resources Department at HR.Leave-Expert@thomsonreuters.com.

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