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Staff Software Engineer

Filevine is a cloud-based legal technology company providing case management, document management, and automation tools for law firms and legal departments. [1, 4, 30] It aims to simplify and elevate complex legal work. [5, 19]

Filevine

Employee count: 501-1000

Salary: 190k-220k USD

United States only

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Filevine is forging the future of legal work with cloud-based workflow tools. We have a reputation for intuitive, streamlined technology that helps professionals manage their organization and serve their clients better. We’re also known for our team of extraordinary and passionate professionals who love working together to help organizations thrive. Our success has catapulted Filevine to the forefront of our field—we are ranked as one of the most innovative and fastest-growing technology companies in the country by both Deloitte and Inc.

Our Mission

Filevine is building the seamless intersection between legal and business by creating a world- class platform to help professionals scale.

Role Summary:

A Staff Software Engineer at Filevine is a highly motivated and skilled individual contributor. These individuals establish the standard of personal productivity and excellence for all engineers. To excel in this role, engineers will stand out among their peers across the following dimensions. We recognize and expect this role to spend <=30% of time on non-coding activities.

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate expert-level coding proficiency across multiple languages and frameworks, including .NET, C#, Python, Node, AngularJS, React, Redis, Svelte, MS SQL, ElasticSearch, AWS, Playwright, Groovy, and Octopus
  • Assist in development and launch of new greenfield project within the Filevine platform
  • Serve as a subject matter expert and technical authority in one or more system domains, providing decisive guidance, oversight, and direction to the team.
  • Uphold exceptional code quality through rigorous testing, thorough code reviews, comprehensive documentation, and best-practice adherence
  • Collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams, communicate complex technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences, and facilitate constructive resolution of technical disputes with empathy and diplomacy..
  • Communicate clearly and effectively with technical and management stakeholders, engage in constructive engineering debates, and advocate logically for well-reasoned technical decisions.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience as a software engineer or architect, with a proven track record of delivering measurable customer and business value through complex, production-grade systems.
  • Expert-level proficiency in multiple programming languages and frameworks, including .NET, C#, Python, Node, AngularJS, React, Redis, Svelte, MS SQL, ElasticSearch, AWS, Playwright, Groovy, and Octopus.
  • Strong system design skills with demonstrated ability to architect scalable, efficient, and maintainable software systems for high-volume, data-intensive applications.
  • Exceptional problem-solving abilities, with a history of independently identifying, diagnosing, and resolving intricate technical challenges under tight deadlines.
  • Commitment to high code quality standards, including rigorous testing, thorough code reviews, comprehensive documentation, and adherence to best engineering practices.
  • Deep technical domain expertise in one or more system areas, enabling you to serve as the go-to authority, provide decisive guidance, and drive informed technical decisions.
  • Proven mentorship experience, with a track record of sharing specialized knowledge, coaching junior engineers, and helping define and implement team-wide engineering best practices.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, facilitate constructive technical debates, and resolve disputes diplomatically.
  • Demonstrated leadership in innovation, thought leadership, and strategic direction—actively shaping technical vision, reviewing Design Documents (DDs) and Architectural Decision Records (ADRs), and influencing organizational technical standards.
  • B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field—or equivalent certifications and substantial relevant professional experience.
Compensation Information: $190,000 - $220,000
The base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. The total compensation package for this position will be determined by each individual’s location, qualifications, education, work experience, skills and performance. We believe in the importance of pay equity - the range listed is just one component of Filevine’s total compensation package for employees. This position is also eligible for a paid time off policy, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

Cool Company Benefits:

- A dynamic, rapidly growing company, focused on helping organizations thrive
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance (for full-time employees)
- Competitive & Fair Pay
- Maternity & paternity leave (for full-time employees)
- Short & long-term disability
- Opportunity to learn from a dedicated leadership team
- Centrally located open office building in Sugar House (onsite employees)
- Top-of-the-line company swag

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Communication about this opportunity, or any open role at Filevine, will only come from representatives with email addresses using "filevine.com". Other addresses reaching out are not affiliated with Filevine and should not be responded to.

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Salary: 190k-220k USD

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About Filevine

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Filevine's journey began from the real-world frustrations of practicing attorneys Ryan Anderson and Nate Morris. As lawyers managing a growing firm, they found existing software solutions inadequate for the pace and complexity of their work. This firsthand experience of the legal profession's daily grind – the mountains of paperwork, the critical deadlines, and the constant need for seamless client communication – fueled a desire for something better. They envisioned a system that could truly support the demanding nature of legal practice, a stark contrast to the clunky, outdated tools they were forced to use. This wasn't just about incremental improvement; it was about fundamentally rethinking how legal work could be managed with modern technology.

The turning point came when Anderson and Morris connected with Jim Blake, described as a 'one-of-a-kind, truly brilliant engineer'. [1, 12] This meeting of legal insight and engineering prowess was the catalyst for Filevine's creation. [1, 12] Together, they embarked on a mission to build a platform designed by lawyers, for lawyers. Starting with a focus on personal injury firms, Filevine was initially conceived as a task management software. However, the ambition was always larger. The team recognized that legal professionals across all practice areas were underserved by existing technology and were hungry for tools that could genuinely make their lives easier and their work more effective. This understanding, coupled with a commitment to listening to customer needs, drove Filevine's evolution. The company expanded its offerings to cover the entire legal matter lifecycle, acquiring companies like Lead Docket and Outlaw to enhance its capabilities in lead intake and document management. [1, 2] From its early days, operating on a shoestring budget, Filevine has grown into a comprehensive legal operating system, now valued at over a billion dollars and serving thousands of law firms and legal departments. [1, 2, 19] The platform now incorporates advanced AI features, demonstrating a continued commitment to innovation and to transforming the way legal work gets done. [1, 19]

Employee benefits

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Life Insurance

Offers life insurance.

Performance Bonus

Offers performance-based bonuses.

Health Insurance

Provides health insurance coverage.

401(K)

Offers a 401(K) plan for retirement savings.

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