Technical Lead, Engineering

Job Description

Join the Legal Tech Revolution at Litera 

Are you ready to shape the future of how law is practiced? At Litera, we're leading the legal AI revolution. As pioneers at the forefront of legal technology, we're transforming how 2M+ legal professionals work every day at the world's top law firms and corporate legal departments through our cutting-edge, AI-driven portfolio of tools. From intelligent document drafting to predictive analytics, from automated workflows to advanced security governance, we deliver innovative solutions seamlessly within Microsoft 365 and across every device lawyers use. With 30+ years of relentless innovation and the majority of the world's largest law firms as our clients, we're just getting started. If you're passionate about building AI-forward solutions that scale globally and want your work to impact millions of legal professionals worldwide, this is your opportunity to be part of something extraordinary—help us continue revolutionizing legal technology and defining what's possible in the legal industry 

As part of our strategic growth and commitment to fostering collaboration and operational excellence, we are transitioning to a hybrid working model across North America. We are establishing offices in Austin, Boston, Chicago, Denver, New York City, Philadelphia, New Jersey, Raleigh, and Toronto to serve as key operational hubs, and we are actively seeking talented individuals to join our team in this exciting new phase. 

This position is located in our Denver office. Candidates should reside within reasonable commuting distance, as this role requires on-site presence at least three days per week. This hybrid approach enables us to build a collaborative and innovative work environment while maintaining the flexibility that supports both productivity and work-life balance. 

Overview: As a Technical Lead, Engineering at Litera, you will be part of a dynamic team that is passionate about driving innovation in the legal technology space. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge tools and collaborate with industry experts to deliver solutions that make a real difference in the legal profession. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Design and develop software applications 

• Source for expert level knowledge of modern software development techniques and methodologies 

• Provide guidance on modern software engineering techniques and methodologies for code reviews 

• Take ownership of product features from estimates to design and development 

• Coach and mentor less experienced team members 

• Demonstrate expertise in a variety of software concepts (object-oriented design), practices (design patterns), and procedures (troubleshooting defects) 

• Lead the design and development for a product 

• Work with Product Management to prioritize tasks and ensure deadlines are met within the scrum team 

Qualifications: 

• Excellent written, verbal, and video-based communication skills (we’re a distributed team) 

• Experience of at least 1 year as a lead of 2+ engineers 

• 8+ years’ professional work experience implementing full-stack solutions to real business problems 

• Extensive understanding of software development principles (object-oriented design, SOLID, Test-Driven Development, KISS, DRY) 

• Expert level of programming languages, tools and frameworks: C#, .NET Framework, .Net Core, GIT, Azure DevOps, NuGet, NPM, SonarQube 

• Excellent understanding of one major SPA/SSR framework: React, Next, Vue, Nuxt, Angular, Svelte, Sveltekit, etc... 

• Extensive knowledge of software design patterns 

• Understand Scrum practices and can keep a team focused on delivering value on time 

• Strong team player who is open to give and receive feedback 

• Enjoy brainstorming product and technical ideas 

• Willingness to learn and the desire to improve your craft and share the knowledge with others 

Why Join Litera? 

• The company culture: We emphasize helping each other grow, doing the right thing always, and being part of a journey to amplify impact, creating an exciting and fulfilling work environment 

• Commitment to Employees: Our people commitment is based on what employees love most about being part of the team, focusing on tools that matter to the difference-makers in the legal world and amplifying their impact 

• Global, Dynamic, and Diverse Team: Our is a global company with ambitious goals and unlimited opportunities, offering a dynamic and diverse work environment where employees can grow, listen, empathize, and problem-solve together 

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Experience peace of mind with our health insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off, and a supportive work-life balance. We invest in your well-being and future, ensuring a rewarding career journey. 

• Career Growth and Development: We provide career paths and opportunities for professional development, allowing employees to progress through various technical and leadership roles 

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Rhode Island, or Washington residents is $135,000 to $180,00. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, Litera offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).