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# Lead Software Engineer

- **Company:** THE PHOENIX
- **Location:** Mundelein, IL, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $165,000.0 - $215,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** ASP.NET, JavaScript (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Microsoft Windows, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Code Review, Django Web Framework, Github, IT Management, Python (Programming Language), OpenAI, Microsoft Copilot, Next.js, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Systems Architecture, TypeScript, User-Centered Design, Google Cloud, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Flask (Web Framework), Large Language Models, Multi-Agent Systems, Technical Debt, Cloudformation, Fastapi, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Bicep, Web Technologies, Machine Learning Operations, Claude, Virtual Agents, Terraform, Document Classification, Docker, Jenkins
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/cdff05fa-0863-4faf-bbaf-9f41c89bf760/lead-software-engineer

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field; equivalent practical experience acceptable
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 * 7+ years of professional software development experience with at least 2+ years in a senior or lead role
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 * Extensive hands-on expertise in Python, including frameworks such as Django, FastAPI, and Flask
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 * Proven track record across the full software development lifecycle-requirements gathering, architecture, coding, testing, deployment, and support
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 * Strong experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI)
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 * Deep expertise in containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) for scalable, portable environments
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 * Experience integrating AI APIs/models (e.g., OpenAI LLMs, Claude, Harvey) into production legal applications
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 * Proficiency in web technologies, including TypeScript/JavaScript, and familiarity with frameworks like NextJS (preferred)
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 * Cloud deployment experience across Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud, with a focus on security compliance in regulated sectors
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 * Familiarity with MLOps practices, model lifecycle management, and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Bicep, CloudFormation)
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 * Knowledge of legal or financial industry security standards, with experience supporting sensitive data workflows and e-discovery processes
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 * .NET development experience (C#, ASP.NET Core), especially in legacy or migration projects
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 * Experience with Microsoft 365 integrations, including Microsoft Graph and Copilot
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 * Building RAG pipelines, multi-agent systems, or agentic workflows
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 * Knowledge of legal, financial services, or other highly regulated industries with stringent security requirements
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 * Experience with MLOps pipelines and model lifecycle management tools
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## Description

This senior software development leadership position involves architecting, developing, and maintaining advanced legal applications, AI-powered features, and automation systems. The successful candidate will directly contribute to building scalable, secure, and efficient software solutions while guiding a specialized tech team. This role offers the opportunity to influence cutting-edge AI integration and system architecture in a dynamic, regulated environment., n
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 * Lead end-to-end design, development, and deployment of custom legal and AI-driven applications, from requirements analysis to production support
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 * Architect, implement, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or GitLab CI to facilitate rapid, reliable software releases
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 * Design, deploy, and manage containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) supporting scalable and portable applications in cloud or hybrid infrastructures
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 * Champion responsible AI development practices, including integrating large language models (LLMs), RAG pipelines, and agentic workflows into legal software solutions
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 * Develop and refine evaluation methodologies for AI system quality, including accuracy assessment, hallucination risk mitigation, and compliance with security standards
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 * Mentor developers through code reviews, pairing, and technical coaching, emphasizing Python best practices and full lifecycle development skills
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 * Collaborate with legal professionals and IT leadership to translate business needs into robust technical solutions
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 * Identify, prioritize, and remediate technical debt, security vulnerabilities, and system bottlenecks within critical software environments
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 * Lead design and implementation of AI/LLM-powered features, such as document classification, e-discovery automation, and AI-assisted legal research tools
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 * Conduct comprehensive testing (unit, integration, and end-to-end) to ensure high-quality deliverables in regulated industry environments
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