About the role
What will you do at Vedder?
Vedder's Chicago office is seeking an AI Solutions Engineer. The AI Solutions
Engineer is responsible for designing, building, and deploying AI-powered agents
that automate and enhance legal and business workflows across the firm. This
role is hands-on and development-focused, with a primary emphasis on creating
production-ready AI agents using Microsoft Copilot Studio and related
technologies. The position leverages applied AI, intelligent automation, and
enterprise integrations to deliver scalable, user-facing solutions. Acting as a
bridge between business and technology, the role translates legal and
operational needs into functional AI agents and automation solutions that drive
efficiency, improve knowledge access, and support adoption of emerging AI
capabilities.
As an AI Solutions Engineer, your duties will include but not be limited to:
* Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered agents utilizing Microsoft Copilot
Studio and related technologies.
* Architect and implement end-to-end agent workflows, including input
processing, document ingestion, and response generation.
* Configure, test, and optimize prompts, logic, and orchestration to ensure
accuracy, reliability, and consistent performance.
* Collaborate with attorneys and business stakeholders to identify high-value
use cases and translate requirements into scalable, production-ready
solutions.
* Work with IT department to integrate AI solutions with enterprise platforms
(e.g., SharePoint, document management systems, Intapp, Outlook, and
Microsoft Word) through APIs and connectors.
* Evaluate and enhance business processes by implementing AI-driven automation
and standardized solution patterns.
* Monitor solution performance, usage, and adoption, and drive continuous
improvement of deployed agents.
* Ensure all solutions adhere to firm security, confidentiality, and AI
governance standards, including responsible AI practices.
* Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation of solution architecture,
workflows, and agent configurations to support scalability and long-term
maintainability.
Skills & Competencies:
* Demonstrated ability to design and deliver AI-driven solutions and
agent-based automation within complex business environments.
* Strong understanding of AI solution architecture, including agent design,
workflow orchestration, and system integration.
* Proficiency in translating business requirements into scalable,
production-ready technology solutions.
* Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and
communicate complex technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders,
including attorneys and business leaders.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on process
optimization and automation.
* Sound understanding of enterprise governance, data security, and responsible
AI practices.
* Highly organized with strong attention to detail and commitment to quality,
accuracy, and reliability.
* Adaptability and continuous learning mindset to stay current with emerging AI
technologies and industry trends.
Qualifications
- & Required Experience:
- * 2+ years of experience in AI solutions, automation, business systems, or
- related roles within a professional services or enterprise environment.
- * Proficiency with agent development platforms (e.g., Microsoft Copilot Studio
- or similar tools), including conversational design, workflow orchestration,
- and prompt configuration.
- * Experience developing and integrating end-to-end automation workflows that
- embed AI into business processes.
- * Strong understanding of AI concepts, including large language models (LLMs),
- prompt design, and agent-based architectures.
- * Familiarity with retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), grounded knowledge
- architectures, and enterprise content integration.
- * Strong understanding of business processes and operational efficiency, with
- the ability to identify and implement improvement opportunities.
- * Understanding of data structures, system integration patterns, and
- information flow across enterprise applications.
- * Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality
- work within defined timelines.
- * Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or a related
- field.
- * Prior experience in a law firm or professional services environment
- preferred.
- Computer Skills:
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in the
- following software:
- * AI platforms: Microsoft Copilot Studio as well as other generative AI
- platforms.
- * AI frameworks: familiarity with agent frameworks, prompt orchestration, and
- retrieval-based architectures.
- * Automation tools: Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps).
- * Data platforms: document management systems, databases, and knowledge
- repositories.
- * Integration technologies: APIs, connectors, and enterprise system
- integrations.
- * Analytics & monitoring tools to track performance, usage, and adoption.
Compensation
Range: $75,000/yr. to $100,000/yr
At Vedder, we believe in recognizing and rewarding our employees' contributions.
Our comprehensive Total Rewards Package includes:
* Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with
skills and experience.
* Bonus Program: Discretionary annual bonus program.
* Retirement Planning: Discretionary profit sharing and 401(k) matching to help
you plan for your future.
* Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, along
with optional health savings and flexible spending accounts, firm-paid Life
and Disability benefits, and wellness programs to support your overall
well-being.
* Paid Time Off: Competitive time off package including vacation days, paid
holidays, sick time and personal days.
* Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and career
growth through firm provided training programs.
* Employee Recognition: Anniversary and Vedder Praise Programs to celebrate
your achievements and milestones.
* Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work model and family-friendly policies.
* Additional Perks: Employee discount program, pre-tax commuter benefits, back
up child & elder care, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center
discounts and more.
Join Vedder and be part of a team that values hard work and dedication!
Equal Employment Opportunity
Vedder Price P.C. is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage
diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard
to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry,
citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability
(where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with
or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran
status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state, or local law. We participate in E-verify.
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special
assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should
contact the Vedder Recruiting Team at [email protected]
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