Legaltech Startup

About UsOur client is revolutionizing legal technology with AI-driven tools that enhance efficiency and accessibility for legal professionals.

We're undertaking high-impact technology transformation, partnering with a high-volume immigration law firm to optimize workflows and streamline processes.

Join us in building the future of legal tech, where impactful innovation meets user-centric design.Role OverviewThe Tech Lead (Senior Staff or Principal Engineer) will play a critical role in defining and executing the technical strategy of our core platform.

This is a high-impact role focused on architecting solutions, guiding engineering teams, and ensuring we meet rigorous standards for scalability, performance, and security.

As a senior technical leader, you'll collaborate closely with the CTO, CPO, Infrastructure Architect, and other executive stakeholders, bringing deep technical expertise to influence and drive key decisions.Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical Leadership : Serve as the primary technical authority on the team, making architectural decisions, defining best practices, and setting coding standards to ensure high-quality, maintainable, and scalable codebases.Architectural Ownership : Design, implement, and optimize core system architecture, ensuring it supports high availability, high-volume processing, and complex data workflows.Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner with the CTO, CPO, Infrastructure Architect, and other senior leaders to align technical initiatives with product and business goals, contributing to the overall strategic direction.Project Ownership : Lead the design and development of large-scale projects, driving them from concept through implementation, and ensuring timely, high-quality delivery.Mentorship & Guidance : Mentor engineers at all levels, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement across teams.Innovation : Drive technical innovation within the team, evaluating and implementing new tools, frameworks, and technologies that can improve our development process and product.Technical ProficiencyMust be proficient in several of the following : Programming Languages : Advanced proficiency in Python, Go, or , with experience in multiple languages being a plusCloud Platforms : Deep knowledge of AWS, GCP, or Azure and the ability to design scalable, cloud-native applicationsInfrastructure as Code (IaC) : Experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, or Pulumi to manage cloud infrastructureCI / CD : Proficiency with ArgoCD, Jenkins, GitLab CI / CD, or similar tools to build reliable, automated pipelinesContainerization and Orchestration : Strong expertise in Kubernetes, Docker, and related technologies for managing microservicesData and Storage : Advanced understanding of PostgreSQL, MySQL, and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Redis), with the ability to design efficient, reliable storage solutionsAPI and Microservices Architecture : Strong understanding of RESTful, gRPC, or GraphQL APIs, and experience designing scalable microservices architecturesSecurity and Compliance : Proficiency with secure coding practices, compliance considerations (e.g., GDPR), and authentication / authorization solutionsPerformance Optimization : Expertise in optimizing systems for scalability, latency, and performance in high-traffic, high-volume environmentsQualificationsExperience : 8–10 years in software engineering, with at least 3–5 years in technical leadership, ideally at a senior or principal engineer level.

Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and deliver high-quality, scalable solutions.Architectural Expertise : Strong track record in designing and implementing complex architectures for distributed systems, with a focus on performance, scalability, and security.Technical Leadership : Demonstrated success in setting technical direction, guiding large projects, and establishing best practices across teams.

Ability to influence and drive architectural decisions that align with business goals.Strategic Thinking : Skilled at balancing immediate technical requirements with long-term architectural goals, while ensuring alignment with product and company vision.Problem-Solving Skills : Ability to diagnose and resolve complex, multi-system issues, with a focus on optimization and efficiency in high-performance environments.Collaboration and Communication : Excellent communicator who can work effectively with cross-functional teams, executive stakeholders, and engineering leaders, translating technical decisions and strategies to various audiences.Mentorship and Development : Proven ability to mentor and guide engineers across multiple levels, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence within the team.The Selection ProcessSilver Recruiter ScreenSilver Technical ScreenCTO InterviewLive Coding InterviewSystem Design InterviewCompensation Range : $100K - $120K