About the position
As a Prompt Engineer on the Innovation Team at Thomson Reuters, you will prototype the most ambitious new uses for AI that will transform the legal industry. In this opportunity, you will develop and prototype AI-driven legal tools by designing prompt chains and writing Python code to address real-world legal challenges. You will collaborate with customers—including lawyers, judges, and government agencies—to deeply understand their needs and translate problems into innovative solutions. You will experiment with and deploy frontier AI models, often working with early-access technologies from leading AI labs. The role requires balancing legal workflows with technical creativity to build products that streamline and enhance legal work. You will work in a fast-paced, highly experimental environment, iterating rapidly to test new ideas and push the boundaries of legal tech. Engaging in cross-functional teamwork with engineers, designers, and legal experts will be essential to refine and scale prototypes into impactful products. You will drive original thinking and initiative, thriving in a culture that values curiosity, experimentation, and freedom over hierarchy.
Responsibilities
- Develop and prototype AI-driven legal tools by designing prompt chains and writing Python code.
- Collaborate with customers to understand their needs and translate problems into innovative solutions.
- Experiment with and deploy frontier AI models.
- Balance legal workflows with technical creativity to build products that enhance legal work.
- Work in a fast-paced, highly experimental environment, iterating rapidly to test new ideas.
- Engage in cross-functional teamwork with engineers, designers, and legal experts.
Requirements
- A JD degree or equivalent degree from a common law country.
- Demonstrated ability to write production-level Python code and quickly prototype technical solutions.
- Deep curiosity about artificial intelligence and a passion for staying ahead of rapid advancements in the field.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Comfort with ambiguity, experimentation, and rapid iteration.
- Proven ability to work independently and take initiative on new projects.
- Collaborative spirit with the ability to work across disciplines.
Nice-to-haves
- Degree in computer science, engineering, or related fields.
Benefits
- Hybrid Work Model with flexible working environment.
- Flexibility & Work-Life Balance policies.
- Career Development and Growth opportunities.
- Industry Competitive Benefits including flexible vacation and mental health days.
- Culture of inclusion and belonging.
- Social Impact initiatives with paid volunteer days.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
