Technology Disputes Associate: Code Review & Analysis

Secretariat; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Secretariat seeks an Associate to join our Technology Disputes team in Chicago. You will conduct code review and analysis of software, determine originality, and prepare clear memos and expert reports for complex technology disputes.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in CS or related field, 1–3 years of software development or code-review experience, and strong written and verbal communication. Travel as needed; authorized to work in the US without sponsorship in the future.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Economics with an emphasis on Computer Science or similar
• 1-3 years of prior experience in software development, IT services, quality control in software development or similar exposure to software development and code review is preferred
• Ability to read and code in most common codes: C++, C#, Java, Python, SQL, HTML, etc
• Able to develop creative approaches and solutions necessary to resolve complex problems
• Able to quickly assimilate relevant information in unfamiliar situations
• Able to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
• Excellent listening, verbal, written, and presentation skills
• Working proficiency in a second non-English language is a plus
• The ability to travel as needed
• Must be authorized to work in the US without the need for sponsorship in the future

Responsibilities

• Conduct code review and analysis in existing software
• Analyze if code is unique in nature or from open sources and what task(s) the code is intended to do
• Assist with the preparation of memos and expert reports detailing findings and explaining technical concepts and standards in a manner that those not well versed in technological concepts can understand
• Assist with the preparation of rebuttal expert reports evaluating the conclusions of other experts
• Communicate with clients and counsel
• Prepare testifying experts for hearings, trials, and mediations
• Manage the day-to-day requirements of multiple engagements

Skills

Code review

Software development

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/Economics with CS emphasis

Tools

C++

C#

Java

Python

SQL

HTML

Job description

Secretariat seeks an Associate to join our Technology Disputes team in Chicago. You will conduct code review and analysis of software, determine originality, and prepare clear memos and expert reports for complex technology disputes.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in CS or related field, 1–3 years of software development or code-review experience, and strong written and verbal communication. Travel as needed; authorized to work in the US without sponsorship in the future.