Applied AI Solutions Analyst

Position Summary

The Applied AI Solutions Analyst role at McDermott, Will & Schulte LLP is designed for individuals passionate about AI. We are building a robust AI capability within the firm, transforming how our attorneys and staff professionals work and serve clients.

What You'll Do

• Partner with attorneys and operational leaders to identify workflow pain points and develop AI use cases.
• Design and build AI solutions using advanced AI foundation platforms, including conversational tools and document automation.
• Orchestrate agentic workflows that handle complex legal and business processes through integration frameworks and APIs.
• Engineer bespoke applications and solutions with high-quality output using prompting techniques.
• Integrate AI solutions with various enterprise applications such as Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and the firm's Document Management System.
• Run iterative feedback loops with stakeholders, validate solution designs, and maintain clear documentation throughout the delivery process.
• Maintain awareness of the latest AI developments and share actionable insights with the team.

What You Bring

• 3+ years of experience in delivering software-based solutions in roles such as Business Analyst, solutions, or technical product roles.
• Proven experience in AI development, including AI tools, workflows, or agents.
• Strong prompt engineering skills and proficiency with at least one leading AI foundation platform.
• Excellent communication skills, able to explain model behavior to senior stakeholders.
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with agentic frameworks, tool-use chains, or autonomous agent orchestration.
• Hands-on experience with AI-assisted development tools and agentic workflow frameworks.
• Familiarity with legal industry workflows, such as matter management, KM, or client delivery.
• Understanding of responsible AI and data governance in regulated environments.

Why MWS

• Executive-sponsored AI program — one of the most ambitious in global law.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge AI projects that transform legal practice.
• Remote-first, collaborative team that values impact and innovation.
• Competitive total rewards package, including discretionary bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in delivering software-based solutions in roles such as Business Analyst, solutions, or technical product roles.
• Proven experience in AI development, including AI tools, workflows, or agents.
• Strong prompt engineering skills and proficiency with at least one leading AI foundation platform.
• Excellent communication skills, able to explain model behavior to senior stakeholders.
• Experience with agentic frameworks, tool-use chains, or autonomous agent orchestration.
• Hands-on experience with AI-assisted development tools and agentic workflow frameworks.
• Familiarity with legal industry workflows, such as matter management, KM, or client delivery.
• Understanding of responsible AI and data governance in regulated environments.

Pay

Target Hiring Range: $93,000 - $169,000. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWS provides to compensate and recognize its staff professionals for their work.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Discretionary bonuses.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.