Job Description
Join Our Team at Litera: Where Legal Technology Meets Excellence
Litera has been at the forefront of legal technology innovation for over 25 years, crafting legal software to amplify impact and maximize efficiency. Developed by the best legal minds in the industry, our comprehensive suite of integrated legal tools is both powerful and user-friendly and simplifies the way modern firms manage core legal workflows, secure collaboration, and organize firm knowledge and experience. Every day, we help more than 2.3 million legal professionals focus on their craft. Litera: Less busy work, more of your life’s work.
Overview: We are seeking an experienced Manager of Software Engineering with a strong background in .NET / C#, SQL, and cloud services development to lead our software engineering team in the development of our Software as a Service (SaaS) product offerings. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing software development teams and delivering high-quality cloud-based applications.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and mentor a team of software engineers in the design, development, testing and deployment of the .NET / C# based SaaS web applications.
Drive the architectural decisions and technical strategy for the SaaS products, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and security.
Collaborate with product management, UX/UI designers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into actionable development plans.
Oversee the full software development lifecycle, including code reviews, testing, and deployment processes.
Manage the development lifecycle, planning, prioritization, and execution of projects.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement by introducing new practices to increase the efficiency and quality of the development process.
Partner with DevOps in managing cloud infrastructure and resources, ensuring cost-effectiveness and reliability of the SaaS platform.
Establish and track key performance metrics to measure performance and product quality.
Implement monitoring and alerting tools to proactively identify and address system issues.
Ensure the development team implements unit and integration tests to meet organization test coverage goals.
Champion Agile methodologies within the development team, ensuring that Agile principles are understood and practiced.
Develop and maintain documentation for architecture, processes and procedures.
Report on the status of development, including risks, issues, and opportunities.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in software development with a strong background in .NET/C#.
A minimum of 5-7 years of experience with database design, development, and management, including SQL and NoSQL databases.
At least 2 years of experience managing an engineering team.
Proven experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud) and designing cloud-native solutions.
Familiarity with SaaS business models and the challenges of deploying and maintaining SaaS applications.
Strong understanding of software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum or Kanban) and DevOps practices.
Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills.
Familiarity with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
Demonstrated ability to lead and grow teams of engineers.
Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, with a track record of building positive relationships with stakeholders.
Preferred Skills:
Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), CI/CD, and DevOps practices.
Knowledge of front-end development technologies (e.g., React or Angular).
Certifications in cloud platforms or related technologies.
Understanding of compliance and security standards.
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
Litera is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.