AI Applications Engineer

Arnold & Porter - Washington, DC

Hiring: AI Applications Engineer Company: Arnold & Porter Location: Washington, DC Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 10:18:26 Employment Type: Remote Target Skills & Keywords : .NET, Azure, Foundry, Git, JavaScript, LLM, Large Language Model, Python, RAG, REST, RESTful, SQL About the job Required Skills: •Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain AI-driven web applications using JavaScript, .NET, and Python, with a focus on performance, scalability, and maintainability. •Develop and optimize prompts, context management strategies, and model outputs for large language model applications, primarily using Claude and Claude Code. •Integrate Anthropic Claude, Azure AI Foundry, and other model APIs and RESTful services into firm applications in accordance with firm and industry standards. •Build and support internal data-driven tools, dashboards, and the underlying integrations with Azure SQL, Microsoft Graph/Microsoft 365, and on-premises data sources. •Implement sound security practices across applications, APIs, and data flows, including the secure handling of sensitive data, such as PHI, PII, and controlled unclassified information. •Use Git and collaborative development practices to support code quality, version control, and effective team delivery. •Deploy, monitor, and maintain applications hosted on Azure App Services and on-premises servers. •Partner with attorneys, legal professionals, and business stakeholders to understand needs, define technical requirements, and deliver practical solutions. Qualifications: •Four-year degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered. •Prior experience in a legal or professional service environment is a plus. •Minimum of three (3) years of web application development using JavaScript, .NET, and Python. •Minimum of three (3) years of full-stack application development or application system analysis. •Hands-on experience building LLM / GenAI applications, including RAG, prompt engineering, and agents / tool use, with Claude, Claude Code, ChatGPT Codex, and/or Azure AI Foundry. •In-depth knowledge of RAG architecture and prompt engineering techniques. •Strong analytical troubleshooting skills across multiple technical disciplines and areas. •Proficiency with Git and collaborative development practices. •Demonstrated capacity to identify practical solutions to complex problems, introducing new technology or refining existing solutions as needed. •Demonstrated capacity to communicate complex technical information clearly to non-technical, attorney-facing audiences. Compensation: •$126,640 - $165,000 / year •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) •The firm may provide a discretionary bonus annually Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!