Senior Level Development Technician Jobs
Senior level development technician jobs place experienced professionals in charge of technical direction, complex project ownership, and mentoring the teams that carry out development and testing work. The openings skew toward 32% remote and hybrid arrangements across Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, with employers like Amazon, HDR, and Revolution Medicines hiring at this level now.
Find JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 798+ Senior Level Development Technician jobs
ABOUT LATHAM & WATKINS:
Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Professional Development Senior Manager – Attorney Training is an integral part of Latham’s Professional Development team. This role will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive lawyer training programs across the firm, while overseeing the execution of firmwide Training and Career Enhancement (“TACE”) Academies in collaboration with senior department leaders, firm stakeholders and TACE Committee members; the Academies include associate academies at certain key milestones in an associates’ career, as well as New Counsel Academy, New Partner Academy, and the Partner Development Retreat. This role will be located in either our Chicago, New York, or Washington, D.C office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities:
- Developing and overseeing the Platform Integration Curriculum in collaboration with firm leaders, stakeholders, and TACE Committee members
- Serving as a trusted advisor to the Professional Development Department senior leadership, providing strategic subject matter expertise on lawyer training priorities, resource allocation, and alignment with firm and practice group goals
- Driving the design, development, and implementation of training curricula in collaboration with the TACE Committee, ensuring consistency, quality, and integration across practice groups and platforms
- Furthering the progress of the TACE Committee, including preparing meeting agendas and retreats, implementing action items and new initiatives; drafting a wide variety of training related communications for both internal and external audiences, including a variety of Latham news articles
- Conducting research and staying abreast of the latest developments in training, ensuring continuing enhancements through benchmarking with law firm peers and evaluating ways in which existing programs can be improved; overseeing the firm’s relevant accreditation and compliance processes for the training programs of the relevant lawyer departments or practice groups
- Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
QUALIFICATIONS
We’d love to hear from you if you:
- Possess advanced leadership and project management skills (i.e., organizing, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making) necessary for effective management
- Display exceptional and professional interpersonal skills (e.g., active listening), including superior written and verbal communication skills; with the ability to interact with people at all organizational levels
- Demonstrate the ability to drive initiative and work both independently and in a team environment with a customer-service focus
And have:
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- A J.D. from an accredited law school
- Prior experience as an associate in relevant department in a large law firm; preferably
- A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in a legal or professional services environment
- A minimum of ten (10) years of cumulative experience
BENEFITS & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:
- Healthcare, life and disability insurance
- A generous 401k plan
- At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
- Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
- Professional development programs
- Employee discounts
- Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.
PAY RANGE: USD $215,000.00 - USD $240,000.00 /Yr.
ABOUT LATHAM & WATKINS:
Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Professional Development Senior Manager – Attorney Training is an integral part of Latham’s Professional Development team. This role will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive lawyer training programs across the firm, while overseeing the execution of firmwide Training and Career Enhancement (“TACE”) Academies in collaboration with senior department leaders, firm stakeholders and TACE Committee members; the Academies include associate academies at certain key milestones in an associates’ career, as well as New Counsel Academy, New Partner Academy, and the Partner Development Retreat. This role will be located in either our Chicago, New York, or Washington, D.C office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities:
- Developing and overseeing the Platform Integration Curriculum in collaboration with firm leaders, stakeholders, and TACE Committee members
- Serving as a trusted advisor to the Professional Development Department senior leadership, providing strategic subject matter expertise on lawyer training priorities, resource allocation, and alignment with firm and practice group goals
- Driving the design, development, and implementation of training curricula in collaboration with the TACE Committee, ensuring consistency, quality, and integration across practice groups and platforms
- Furthering the progress of the TACE Committee, including preparing meeting agendas and retreats, implementing action items and new initiatives; drafting a wide variety of training related communications for both internal and external audiences, including a variety of Latham news articles
- Conducting research and staying abreast of the latest developments in training, ensuring continuing enhancements through benchmarking with law firm peers and evaluating ways in which existing programs can be improved; overseeing the firm’s relevant accreditation and compliance processes for the training programs of the relevant lawyer departments or practice groups
- Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
QUALIFICATIONS
We’d love to hear from you if you:
- Possess advanced leadership and project management skills (i.e., organizing, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making) necessary for effective management
- Display exceptional and professional interpersonal skills (e.g., active listening), including superior written and verbal communication skills; with the ability to interact with people at all organizational levels
- Demonstrate the ability to drive initiative and work both independently and in a team environment with a customer-service focus
And have:
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- A J.D. from an accredited law school
- Prior experience as an associate in relevant department in a large law firm; preferably
- A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in a legal or professional services environment
- A minimum of ten (10) years of cumulative experience
BENEFITS & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:
- Healthcare, life and disability insurance
- A generous 401k plan
- At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
- Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
- Professional development programs
- Employee discounts
- Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.
PAY RANGE: USD $215,000.00 - USD $240,000.00 /Yr.
See All 798+ Senior Level Development Technician Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find JobsSenior Level Development Technician Job Market
Who's Hiring
- Amazon27
- HDR21
- Revolution Medicines18
- BKF Engineers13
- JPMorganChase12
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services134
- Technology & Software113
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals99
- Manufacturing51
- Electronics & Hardware51
Senior Level Development Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level development technician job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for candidates who have led development or testing projects end-to-end, not just executed individual tasks. Demonstrating that you have owned a process, resolved systemic problems, or trained junior technicians gives you a clear edge. Tailor your application to show scope of responsibility, the decisions you made independently, and the measurable outcomes your work produced.
Which companies hire senior level development technicians?
Companies hiring senior level development technicians right now include Amazon, HDR, and Revolution Medicines, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to concentrate in organizations running continuous development cycles, large-scale testing programs, or regulated production environments where experienced oversight is a requirement.
Are there remote senior level development technician jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and role type. About 32% of senior level development technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully on-site positions remaining common in manufacturing, lab, and hardware-dependent environments. Remote and hybrid arrangements appear more frequently in software development and quality assurance contexts.
What makes a development technician role senior level?
A senior level development technician role is defined by ownership and scope rather than task execution. Expectations include leading projects or test cycles independently, making technical decisions with limited supervision, mentoring mid-level and junior technicians, and contributing to process improvements or standards. The role often sits at the intersection of hands-on technical work and cross-functional coordination.
Which industries hire the most senior level development technicians?
Senior Level development technician roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand because they rely on rigorous development, testing, and quality assurance processes that require experienced technicians who can operate with autonomy and lead others through complex workflows.