Litera
Overview Join the Legal Tech Revolution at Litera. We are leading the legal AI revolution, delivering AI-driven tools that support 2M+ legal professionals at top law firms and corporate legal departments. Our solutions span intelligent document drafting, predictive analytics, automated workflows, and security governance, integrated with Microsoft 365 and across devices. We are innovating after 30+ years of growth and are expanding to a hybrid model with future offices in Denver and other cities. This position will be based out of the Denver office.
As part of our strategic growth, candidates should reside within a reasonable commuting distance from one of our future office locations and be prepared to work from the office at least three days a week.
Key Responsibilities Write high-quality, idiomatic Clojure code that meets development and quality standards.
Implement features and fixes based on user requirements and product goals.
Participate in Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, and release activities.
Review defects, identify root causes, and implement remediation steps.
Collaborate with engineers and product managers to clarify requirements and acceptance criteria.
Contribute to code reviews and learn best practices in functional programming and software design.
Take ownership of assigned tasks and deliver them within expected timeframes.
Required Qualifications 2–6 years of professional software development experience.
Proficiency in Clojure or another functional programming language, with a willingness to deepen Clojure expertise.
Solid understanding of software development principles (e.g., object-oriented design, SOLID, design patterns).
Ability to work independently after receiving guidance and instructions.
Comfortable with modern development methodologies (Agile, CI/CD, version control).
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Preferred Skills Experience in lawtech, legal document analysis, or NLP/ML domains.
Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP) and distributed systems.
Exposure to databases (SQL or Datomic), RESTful APIs, and microservices.
Experience with front-end technologies (e.g., JavaScript, React) is a plus.
Success Metrics Delivers functioning, maintainable code with minimal defects.
Completes tasks on time with minimal supervision.
Actively participates in code reviews and team discussions.
Demonstrates growth in technical skills and understanding of Kira’s platform.
Proactively identifies potential issues and recommends sound technical solutions.
Why Join Litera? The company culture emphasizes growing together, doing the right thing, and amplifying impact in a dynamic work environment.
Commitment to employees focuses on tools that matter to legal professionals and their impact.
Global, dynamic, and diverse team with opportunities for growth and collaboration.
Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement savings plans, generous PTO, and work-life balance.
Career growth and development pathways across technical and leadership roles.
Salary and location : California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Rhode Island, or Washington residents only. Salary range for these locations is $75,000 to $92,500, with pay based on education, experience, and certifications. Benefits and 401k contributions are provided subject to eligibility.
Litera is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Details Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Software Development
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