AI-Powered Legal Engineer: Build Smart Legal Workflows

Perkins Coie LLP

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 230,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off starting at 20 days

Parental leave

Up to 10 paid holidays

Family care benefits

Job summary

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking a collaborative Legal Engineer to design and optimize AI-enabled legal workflows and agent solutions, translating complex legal requirements into scalable tools. The role emphasizes governance, privacy, and responsible AI while collaborating with attorneys, business teams, and technologists to drive adoption and value.

Applicants should have a strong background in generative AI, LLMs, and related platforms, plus a bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in relevant

Qualifications

Design and optimize AI-enabled workflows translating legal and business needs into structured processes.
Knowledge of generative AI, LLMs, APIs, prompt engineering, and responsible AI.
Bachelor's degree.
5+ years in a law firm, corporate legal department, or legal tech environment with strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and optimize AI-enabled legal workflows and agent solutions by translating business and legal requirements into scalable, user-focused tools.
Ensure governance, privacy, security, ethical standards, risk controls, testing protocols, and documentation for AI deployments.
Collaborate with attorneys, business professionals, and technical teams to identify high-impact use cases and drive adoption.