Senior Software Engineer
Kira Systems
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: Litera is seeking a skilled Senior Software Engineer with a passion for .NET and C# development to join our dynamic team. You will be responsible for crafting clean, maintainable, and extensible code, contributing to our suite of sophisticated web applications. We are looking for someone with a strong command of modern software development techniques and methodologies, who is ready to take on the challenge of delivering scalable and secure software solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Proficient in C# with a comprehensive understanding of the .NET framework
Capable of driving the development process from design to deployment
Committed to writing high-quality code with a focus on best practices and security
Able to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to meet project objectives
Eager to mentor and provide guidance to less experienced team members
Write clean, maintainable, and extensible C# code with a minimum number of defects
Source expert-level knowledge of modern software development techniques and methodologies
Provide guidance on modern software engineering techniques for code reviews
Take ownership of product features from estimates to design and development
Refactor and improve existing software for better scalability and performance • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Management and Quality Engineering, to complete tasks
Manage individual priorities, estimates, deadlines, and deliverables
Coach and mentor less experienced team members to foster their professional growth
Innovatively shape product designs and feature enhancements
Maintain a key role in the design and development of product areas
Demonstrate knowledge of software and security best practices, such as object-oriented design patterns
Deliver solutions that scale and perform effectively across various environments
Perform additional duties as required to support the team and projects
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or higher degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related experience
5-8+ years of software development experience with strong C# and TypeScript/JavaScript coding skills
4+ years of experience with .NET/.NET Core, ASP.NET Core, and Web/REST APIs
Proficiency in HTML5/CSS and a solid foundation in UI/UX technologies
3+ years of experience with SQL, Entity Framework, and unit testing frameworks
Familiarity with software development tools, including Microsoft Visual Studio, GitHub, Jira, and Azure DevOps
Experience with CI/CD, automated build and deployment processes, and cloud computing environments, preferably AWS
Bonus Qualifications:
Knowledge of Java and experience refactoring Java code to C# is highly valued
Understanding of AWS cloud technologies, containerization (e.g., Docker), and Kubernetes
Experience implementing cloud-optimized code and familiarity with cloud architecture best practices
Strong troubleshooting and debugging capabilities
Ability to multitask and effectively handle competing priorities.
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.