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About this Senior Software Engineer role at Litera

Litera · Hybrid · Denver, CO

Ready to Help Shape the Future of Legal Tech?!

At Litera, we don't just build software, we transform how the world's top law firms operate. Every day, we Raise The Bar™️ for what's possible through AI, innovation, and solutions that power millions of legal professionals worldwide. If you're energized by scale, real impact, and meaningful challenges, you'll feel right at home here.


Where You'll Work

Hybrid: This is a hybrid role based in Denver, CO with the expectations to be in office at least 3 days a week for collaboration and connection.

Why this Role Matters

In this role, you will shape the architecture, technical direction, and delivery of products that legal professionals around the world rely on every day. You’ll partner closely with Product, Design, Engineering leadership, and cross-functional stakeholders to turn business goals into scalable, secure, high-quality solutions. Your leadership will improve customer outcomes and engineering effectiveness while advancing Litera’s AI-first technology strategy. It’s a high-visibility opportunity to influence strategic decisions and mentor the engineers who build our next generation of products

What You'll Deliver

  • Scalable software solutions that drive customer value across Litera’s legal technology portfolio.
  • Technical direction and architectural standards that improve reliability, performance, security, and long-term maintainability.
  • A stronger, more capable team through mentorship, technical growth, and engineering best practices.
  • Faster product development through AI-powered engineering tools, modern practices, and continuous improvement.
  • Complex features and platform enhancements taken from concept to production with high quality and operational excellence.
  • Stronger cloud and DevOps capabilities through automation, deployment efficiency, and scalable infrastructure.
  • Innovation through the evaluation and adoption of emerging technologies, including AI and GenAI.
  • Technical execution aligned with business goals through partnership with Product, Design, and leadership.

What You'll Bring

Must-Haves:

  • 5–7+ years of software engineering experience delivering complex, production-scale applications and SaaS products.
  • Strong full-stack expertise building applications, APIs, and cloud-based solutions with modern technologies such as C#/.NET, React, TypeScript, and Node.js.
  • An AI-first mindset with familiarity using GenAI tools.
  • Experience providing technical leadership through architecture decisions, code reviews, engineering standards, and mentoring.
  • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms, DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and scalable system design.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills with a track record of driving results in fast-paced environments
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Nice to Haves:

  • Experience with microservices, event-driven architectures, distributed systems, and other modern design patterns.
  • Familiarity with legal technology, professional services software, data analytics platforms, or other complex B2B SaaS environments.
  • Experience leading distributed teams or operating high-availability cloud applications.
  • Experience implementing secure development practices or driving quality through observability and test automation tools.

We know great candidates don’t always check every box. If you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Experience

  • A team that shows up. Work alongside people who collaborate, support one another, and lead with integrity.
  • Global Reach. Partner with teams around the world to solve complex challenges that matter.
  • Real opportunity for growth. Expand your impact through meaningful stretch opportunities, visibility and career development.
  • AI-driven innovation. Work at the intersection of legal technology, customer outcomes, and cutting-edge AI.


Pay Transparency for Colorado Applicants
The base salary range for this role is $145,000 to $165,000 USD. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, education, and other relevant qualifications. This role is also eligible to participate in a company bonus plan. In addition to base salary, Litera offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, and incentive and recognition programs. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.

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Litera is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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How this Software Engineer salary compares

This role pays $155,000/yr — in line with the typical range for Software Engineer roles.

$112,375 median $180,559 $224,500

Typical range $140,000–$203,750/yr, from 141 comparable Software Engineer listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Software Engineer salary insights →

About Litera

Litera is a fast-growing software company and one of the leading legal technology suppliers in the world. Serving more than 90% of the world's largest law firms, our software is used by hundreds of thousands of lawyers every day. As a company recognized as one of the best places to work, we believe professional development, rewards programs, open communication, and transparent leadership all contribute to a unique and open work environment. Our employees are driven, energetic, passionate, and have the ability to make a direct impact on the future of the company.

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