Source Code Reviewer
AVIA Global Consulting is seeking a Source Code Reviewer to support our litigation team across a range of technology-related disputes, including patent, trade secret, copyright, antitrust, commercial, and class action litigation.
This is a behind-the-scenes technical role focused on analyzing source code produced in litigation, identifying the evidence that matters to the case, and documenting findings clearly for attorneys and testifying experts. Work is primarily remote with a flexible schedule. Because produced source code is often available only on secure, standalone review computers, candidates must be willing to travel within the United States for on-site review when needed, most likely in California.
Key Responsibilities
- Review and analyze large, unfamiliar codebases to understand system architecture, data flows, and functionality relevant to the claims and defenses in a case
- Trace features and behaviors through source code and map them to patent claim elements or other technical allegations
- Identify and cite the specific files, functions, and lines of code that support or undermine a party's position
- Prepare clear, well-organized code review notes, summaries, claim charts, and printout requests in accordance with protective order procedures
- Assist with technical portions of infringement and invalidity contentions, expert reports, and discovery requests
- Support deposition and trial preparation by explaining technical concepts and verifying technical assertions
- Strictly follow protective order and source code review room protocols, including restrictions on devices, note-taking, and handling of confidential material
- Collaborate closely with attorneys, paralegals, testifying experts, and Avia team members throughout the litigation lifecycle
Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship
- Strong ability to read and understand code in multiple programming languages, such as C, C++, Java, Python, JavaScript, Go, Kotlin, Swift, or Objective-C
- Proficiency navigating large codebases using command-line and code-search tools (e.g., grep, ctags, Understand, or similar)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill technical detail for a legal audience
- Detail-oriented, discreet, and comfortable managing sensitive and confidential information
- Willingness to travel within the United States as needed, primarily to California
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related technical field
Preferred Experience
- Prior experience performing source code review in litigation, particularly patent or trade secret matters
- Familiarity with protective orders, source code review protocols, and the litigation process, including contentions, expert reports, and depositions
- Experience working within attorney-client privilege and work product protocols
- Familiarity with patent claim construction and infringement analysis
- Expertise in one or more of Avia's core technology areas: AI/ML, cybersecurity and data privacy, wireless and telecommunications, mobile platforms, web and cloud services, semiconductors, or autonomous vehicles
- Software development experience in an industry setting
