Manager of Database Engineering

Job Description

Join Our Team at Litera: Where Legal Technology Meets Excellence

Litera has been at the forefront of legal technology innovation for over 25 years, crafting legal software to amplify impact and maximize efficiency. Developed by the best legal minds in the industry, our comprehensive suite of integrated legal tools is both powerful and user-friendly and simplifies the way modern firms manage core legal workflows, secure collaboration, and organize firm knowledge and experience. Every day, we help more than 2.3 million legal professionals focus on their craft. Litera: Less busy work, more of your life’s work.

Overview: As a Manager, Database 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.

Key Responsibilities:

Database Strategy and Planning

• Develop and execute a comprehensive database strategy to align with organizational goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand database requirements and formulate effective solutions.
• Identify opportunities for database optimization, consolidation, and modernization.

Team Leadership and Management

• Provide hands-on leadership and guidance to the database engineering team to foster a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Define team goals, monitor progress, and ensure the timely delivery of projects.
• Mentor team members to promote professional growth and skill development.

Database Design and Development

• Oversee organizational database design, implementation, and maintenance by ensuring adherence to best practices and industry standards.
• Take the lead in evaluating and selecting new database technologies and tools.
• Collaborate with development teams to integrate database best practices effectively with applications.

Performance Optimization and Monitoring

• Monitor databases and proactively resolve performance bottlenecks or inefficiencies.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve database performance and optimize cost.
• Work toward greater availability and reliability across organizational databases.

Data Security and Compliance

• Implement and enforce security measures to safeguard organizational sensitive data.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards concerning data protection.
• Participate in regular audits and vulnerability assessments.

Collaboration and Communication

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and seamless integration of database engineering projects.
• Provide regular updates to senior management and stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• 6+ years of experience with a four-year degree in computer science or related IT field, 8+ years without a degree.
• An aptitude for database architecture, design, development, and tuning.
• Expertise in high-availability database management.
• Familiar with NoSQL databases and working with unstructured data.
• Proven experience leading teams of database professionals.
• Experience with cloud-database solutions (AWS, Azure).
• Solid background in data security, privacy, and compliance practices.
• Top-notch problem-solving and the ability to troubleshoot complex data issues.
• Effective communicator, able to collaborate with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Why Join Litera?

• The company culture: We emphasize helping each other grow, doing the right thing always, and being part of a journey to amplify impact, creating an exciting and fulfilling work environment
• Commitment to Employees: Our people commitment is based on what employees love most about being part of the team, focusing on tools that matter to the difference-makers in the legal world and amplifying their impact
• Global, Dynamic, and Diverse Team: Our is a global company with ambitious goals and unlimited opportunities, offering a dynamic and diverse work environment where employees can grow, listen, empathize, and problem-solve together
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Experience peace of mind with our health insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off, and a supportive work-life balance. We invest in your well-being and future, ensuring a rewarding career journey.
• Career Growth and Development: We provide career paths and opportunities for professional development, allowing employees to progress through various technical and leadership roles

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Rhode Island, or Washington residents is $120,000 to $145,000. 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 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).