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Senior Software Engineer

Relativity makes software to help users organize data, discover the truth and act on it. Its SaaS product, RelativityOne, manages large volumes of data and quickly identifies key issues during litigation and internal investigations.

Relativity

Employee count: 1001-5000

Salary: 126k-190k USD

United States only

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Job Overview

WHO WE ARE

Relativity is a leading legal data intelligence company building technology that helps users organize data, discover the truth, and act on it with confidence. Our AI‑powered, cloud platform, RelativityOne, transforms massive volumes of complex information into actionable insights for litigation, investigations, regulatory inquiries, data breach responses, and other high‑stakes legal work where accuracy and trust are crucial.

The world’s largest law firms, corporations, and government agencies rely on Relativity’s legal AI software to securely surface and manage the most relevant and impactful information in their matters. Beyond our commercial impact, we’re deeply committed to expanding access to technology for academic institutions through Relativity Academic and supporting pro bono legal work through Justice for Change.

WHAT WE DO

At Relativity, engineers don’t just write code. They shape how industries uncover critical insights, ensure compliance, and continuously evolve our platform using cloud‑native architectures, AI capabilities, and modern developer tooling. Our AI powers privacy programs, identifies confidential information, and detects language indicating misconduct. We’re reimagining how legal professionals uncover truth at scale, and engineering is at the heart of that transformation.

Discovery Team

As a Senior Software Engineer on the Discovery team, you will design, build, and operate the next generation of AI‑driven, scalable, high‑performance systems that process large volumes of data. You’ll work on secure, cloud‑native solutions that support high‑stakes legal workflows and operate at significant scale.

If you’re passionate about solving complex technical problems, designing for scale, and leading through influence while building tools that matter, Relativity offers the opportunity to make a measurable impact.

Job Description and Requirements

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Design, develop, and operate secure, maintainable, and scalable full‑stack cloud services using modern architectures
  • Build user interfaces with React and backend services with .NET (C#), integrating data pipelines and cloud services
  • Utilize Azure services such as Azure Functions, App Services, Cosmos DB, Azure SQL, and Azure DevOps to deliver highly available and secure applications
  • Collaborate with engineers and product partners through pair programming, design sessions, and shared problem‑solving
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues using modern observability and debugging practices
  • Influence reliability, security, and performance practices through technical leadership and feedback
  • Provide technical direction and mentorship, leading design discussions and code reviews to raise engineering quality
  • Drive service ownership by leading reliability efforts, participating in on‑call rotations, and guiding incident response and root cause analysis
  • Adopt AI‑assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot or Cursor to accelerate development and reduce boilerplate
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and contribute to architectural decisions

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
  • 5+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on cloud‑native or distributed systems
  • Strong understanding of modern software design principles and cloud‑native architectures
  • Proven ability to deliver complex solutions and own them end to end in production environments
  • Experience raising engineering quality through design discussions, code reviews, and mentorship
  • Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, observability, and incident response
  • Strong cross‑functional communication and collaboration skills

Preferred

  • Experience building full‑stack systems at scale using React and .NET
  • Familiarity with performance tuning, scalability trade‑offs, and secure‑by‑default design
  • Experience working in high‑scale or regulated environments
  • Familiarity with AI‑assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or Claude Code

WHY WE COULD BE A GREAT FIT

Impactful Mission

  • Help organizations organize data, discover the truth, and act on it in high‑stakes legal and regulatory matters.

Growth Path

  • Engineers gain exposure across the stack, from distributed systems to AI‑enabled workflows, accelerating career growth.

Engineering Culture

  • Continuous delivery, strong observability, and end‑to‑end ownership.

Inclusive Environment

  • Diverse backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger.

Community Impact

  • Volunteer opportunities and company‑sponsored charitable programs.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Competitive salary, health and retirement programs, wellness resources, discretionary time off (DTO), parental leave for primary and secondary caregivers, two annual company breaks, home office stipend, and an equity program.

Relativity is committed to competitive, fair, and equitable compensation practices.

This position is eligible for total compensation which includes a competitive base salary, an annual performance bonus, and long-term incentives.

The expected salary range for this role is betweenfollowing values:

$126,000 and $190,000

The final offered salary will be based on several factors, including but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, qualifications, and internal pay equity. Hiring at the top end of the range would not be typical, to allow for future meaningful salary growth in this position.

Required Skills:

Automation, Data Analysis, Database Management, Network Architecture, Performance Optimizations, Problem Solving, Project Management, Software Development, System Designs, Technical Leadership

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Salary: 126k-190k USD

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Bachelor degree

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5 years minimum

Experience accepted in place of education

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About Relativity

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Relativity's journey began in 2001, initially founded as kCura, a software consultancy with a vision to simplify the complex world of data. The early years were marked by a focus on providing bespoke solutions, and it was through an engagement with an international law firm in 2004 that the seeds for its flagship e-discovery platform were sown. What started as an internal tool to help legal professionals navigate vast amounts of information quickly demonstrated its immense potential. Recognizing the broader need for such a solution, the company retained the intellectual property rights, and this marked a pivotal moment in its evolution. This internal tool became the cornerstone of Relativity's future, meticulously developed and refined over the subsequent years.

As the volume of digital data exploded, so did the challenges faced by legal and compliance professionals in managing, analyzing, and acting upon it. Relativity rose to this challenge, continuously innovating its platform to address the evolving needs of its users. The platform gained traction, becoming an indispensable tool for law firms, corporations, and government agencies worldwide. This growth and market recognition culminated in a significant rebranding in 2017, when kCura officially became Relativity, aligning the company's name with its renowned product. This change signified more than just a new name; it represented the company's solidified position as a leader in the e-discovery space. Today, Relativity's software, including its SaaS product RelativityOne, empowers hundreds of thousands of users across numerous countries to organize data, discover the truth, and act on it, tackling critical issues in litigation, internal investigations, and compliance projects. The company continues its narrative of innovation, adapting to new challenges like generative AI and guiding the legal industry's transition to the cloud.

Employee benefits

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Onsite Gym

Relativity has an onsite gym.

Some Meals Provided

Relativity provides some meals.

401(K)

Relativity offers a 401(K) plan.

Paid Holidays

Relativity offers paid holidays.

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