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AI Applications Engineer 

Washington, DC 20001

Employment Type: Direct Hire Position Type: Tech Support Job Number: 25612 Rate DOE: $145,000 to $170,000

Job Description


Position: AI Applications Engineer 

Location: Downtown Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid or remote if firm-approved) 

Pay: $145,000 to $170,000 annually 

Experience: 3+ years’ experience to be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing AI-powered applications that enhance legal workflows. 

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field is preferred.   

Type: Full-time; Direct Hire  

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm (OT as needed) 

Kent Daniels & Associates is seeking an AI Applications Engineer to join our dynamic law firm client!    

Job Description:   
  • Developing and maintaining AI-driven web applications by designing/implementing user-friendly web interfaces using JavaScript, .NET, and Python, and ensuring high performance, scalability, and maintainability.
  • Managing and prompting LLMs by crafting effective prompts, managing context windows, and implementing advanced strategies to optimize model outputs.
  • Mitigating hallucinations using RAG and other techniques by integrating retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) workflows to enhance accuracy, reduce hallucinations, and improve the reliability of AI responses.
  • Integrating OpenAI APIs and RESTful services by building, configuring, and deploying solutions that leverage OpenAI API and adhere to industry standards and specifications for seamless integration.
  • Applying robust security principles by ensuring the security of web applications, APIs, and data flows, implementing best practices for secure software development and compliance with industry standards.
  • Utilizing Git for source control by managing code repositories, maintaining version control, and facilitating effective collaboration within the development team using Git.
  • Deploying and managing hosting environments by overseeing the deployment and optimization of applications on Azure App Services and on-premises servers, ensuring reliability and scalability.
  • Staying updated with AI advancements by continuously learning and applying emerging. techniques in LLMs, web technologies, and security to maintain cutting-edge expertise.
  • Collaborating with attorneys and legal professionals to understand their needs and translating them into technical requirements. 
  • Training and supporting legal staff on the effective use of AI applications.
  • Monitoring and optimizing application performance and implementing improvements based on user feedback. 
  • Conducting regular security assessments and addressing vulnerabilities promptly.
  • Developing documentation for AI applications and processes. 
  • Participating in cross-functional teams to drive innovation and integration of AI across the firm.

Position Requirements:     
  • Prior working experience in a legal or professional services environment is a plus.
  • Experience in web application development using JavaScript, .NET, and Python is required.  
  • Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) preferred.   
  • Demonstrated experience with OpenAI APIs and other LLM implementations.
  • Strong understanding of RAG architectures and prompt engineering techniques.
  • Proficiency in Git version control and collaborative development practices.
  • Experience with Azure cloud services and on-premises deployment.
  • Outstanding communication and customer service skills is needed with excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Kent Daniels & Associates is part of Array Corporation, the leading technology-enabled workforce solutions company whose mission is to fix how work is bought, sold and delivered to enable access to the American Dream. 

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. 

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. 

Job Requirements


Position: AI Applications Engineer 

Location: Downtown Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid or remote if firm-approved) 

Pay: $145,000 to $170,000 annually 

Experience: 3+ years’ experience to be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing AI-powered applications that enhance legal workflows. 

Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field is preferred.   

Type: Full-time; Direct Hire  

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm (OT as needed) 

Kent Daniels & Associates is seeking an AI Applications Engineer to join our dynamic law firm client!    

Job Description:   
  • Developing and maintaining AI-driven web applications by designing/implementing user-friendly web interfaces using JavaScript, .NET, and Python, and ensuring high performance, scalability, and maintainability.
  • Managing and prompting LLMs by crafting effective prompts, managing context windows, and implementing advanced strategies to optimize model outputs.
  • Mitigating hallucinations using RAG and other techniques by integrating retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) workflows to enhance accuracy, reduce hallucinations, and improve the reliability of AI responses.
  • Integrating OpenAI APIs and RESTful services by building, configuring, and deploying solutions that leverage OpenAI API and adhere to industry standards and specifications for seamless integration.
  • Applying robust security principles by ensuring the security of web applications, APIs, and data flows, implementing best practices for secure software development and compliance with industry standards.
  • Utilizing Git for source control by managing code repositories, maintaining version control, and facilitating effective collaboration within the development team using Git.
  • Deploying and managing hosting environments by overseeing the deployment and optimization of applications on Azure App Services and on-premises servers, ensuring reliability and scalability.
  • Staying updated with AI advancements by continuously learning and applying emerging. techniques in LLMs, web technologies, and security to maintain cutting-edge expertise.
  • Collaborating with attorneys and legal professionals to understand their needs and translating them into technical requirements. 
  • Training and supporting legal staff on the effective use of AI applications.
  • Monitoring and optimizing application performance and implementing improvements based on user feedback. 
  • Conducting regular security assessments and addressing vulnerabilities promptly.
  • Developing documentation for AI applications and processes. 
  • Participating in cross-functional teams to drive innovation and integration of AI across the firm.

Position Requirements:     
  • Prior working experience in a legal or professional services environment is a plus.
  • Experience in web application development using JavaScript, .NET, and Python is required.  
  • Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) preferred.   
  • Demonstrated experience with OpenAI APIs and other LLM implementations.
  • Strong understanding of RAG architectures and prompt engineering techniques.
  • Proficiency in Git version control and collaborative development practices.
  • Experience with Azure cloud services and on-premises deployment.
  • Outstanding communication and customer service skills is needed with excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Kent Daniels & Associates is part of Array Corporation, the leading technology-enabled workforce solutions company whose mission is to fix how work is bought, sold and delivered to enable access to the American Dream. 

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. 

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. 

Additional Information

Kent Daniels and Associates is a legal staffing service specializing in the placement of temporary, temp-to-hire and full-time regular employees in law firms and corporate legal departments in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, and nationwide. We staff all positions in law firms and all three shifts - day, swing and graveyard. Kent Daniels was established in 1986, giving us 37 years of experience finding candidates legal jobs in law firms nationwide. Applicants will be considered in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local requirements as applicable. Salary ranges are provided in good faith at the time of posting and represent the compensation KDA/our clients are willing to pay for the advertised position. Exact compensation will be determined by a wide range of factors including but not limited to experience level, education/training, relevant skills, business needs and location.
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