Associate, Legal Knowledge Engineering

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 RaiseTheBar 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 This position can be based in Austin, Boston, Chicago, Denver, New Jersey, New York City, Philadelphia, Raleigh or Toronto and candidates should reside within reasonable commuting distance, as this role requires on-site presence at least three days per week. This hybrid approach enables us to build a collaborative and innovative work environment while maintaining the flexibility that supports both productivity and work-life balance. Overview As an Associate, Legal Engineering at Litera, you will be part of a dynamic team that is passionate about driving innovation in the legal technology space. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge tools and collaborate with industry experts to deliver solutions that make a real difference in the legal profession. What You’ll Be Doing Working with our product, engineering, and design teams to help set the vision for new legal tech products and features within Kira and the rest of Litera. Experimenting and testing Generative AI to ensure our products are built the best they can be. Developing new “smart fields” (machine learning algorithms that can find information) and data points for documents relating to securities and/or financing transactions. Maintaining a thorough understanding of developments in your legal domain, and continuously identifying new opportunities to build smart fields. Identifying opportunities to improve processes, gain efficiencies, and share best practices. Qualifications Two or more years practicing in transactional law, ideally gained at a law firm, in-house, or at a legal service provider. Experience working in debt financing is an asset. Have a JD and have been called to the bar in at least one state or province. Experience with legal operations, legal program management, or contract management systems is an asset. Strong interest in legal technology and artificial intelligence. Strong client service skills and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to learn new technologies quickly and not be intimidated by trying something new. Extraordinary attention to detail and high organization. Relentless and creative problem solving with exceptional analytical skills. Strong time management skills and ability to juggle multiple priorities. Highly responsible, self-motivated, and able to work with minimal supervision. Empathy for people; instinct to find ways to say yes. Benefits & Perks Work with a team that has a proven track record. Growth opportunities that broaden your skills. Generous paid time off and flexible work hours. Merit-based cash bonus plan. Comprehensive medical coverage and Employee Assistance Program. Opportunities for rewards and recognition. The salary range for this position is $95,000 to $120,000 in the United States. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, Litera offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Salary Range (Ontario Applicants): This position has a base salary range of $100,000 to $135,000 CAD, with additional eligibility for a discretionary annual bonus and benefits. The final offer will depend on experience, qualifications, and internal equity. Litera is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Vacancy Status Disclosure: This job posting is for an existing job vacancy. Litera may use artificial intelligence and automated tools as part of the recruitment and hiring process to support activities such as resume review, candidate matching, and workflow efficiency. These tools are designed to assist, not replace, human decision-making. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by qualified Litera professionals. #J-18808-Ljbffr Litera