Job Description
Engineering Manager
Legal AI
$180,000-$220,000 base + bonus + RSUs
The Role
A growing AI-driven product engineering team is seeking an experienced Software Development Manager to help shape the future of legal technology. This team is building an AI-powered search platform that enables lawyers to form stronger opinions on their cases, transforming the way legal professionals approach research and decision-making.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll serve as both a player-coach and technical lead. You’ll inherit and manage a team of 4–8 engineers, drive the delivery of highly scalable applications, and collaborate closely with stakeholders across product, design, and the wider business. The role is based in the Twin Cities, Minnesota, with a hybrid working model.
Requirements
- Strong background in software engineering with proven experience designing and building scalable systems
- Experience in developing, architecting, or leading the development of AI products or Gen AI applications
- Upward career trajectory into leadership, with at least 3 years managing and mentoring engineering teams
- Ability to contribute technically—stepping in to code and guide architecture decisions when needed
- Excellent communication skills for working across product teams and business stakeholders
- Experience in modern backend frameworks (e.g., Python/Django/Flask/FastAPI) and frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, or similar)
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP), DevOps practices, and agile methodologies
- Exposure to data engineering, MLOps, or AI frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, Hugging Face) is highly valuable
The Benefits
- Competitive base salary in the range of $180,000–$220,000 plus bonus and RSUs (target ~$200k total comp)
- Sign-on bonus available for relocation to the Twin Cities area
- Hybrid working model for a balance of collaboration and flexibility
- Opportunity to work on a product with real-world impact in the legal industry
- Clear path for career progression and professional growth
How to Apply
If you’re excited about leading a high-performing engineering team and building AI-powered products with real-world impact, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to our recruitment team, and we’ll be in touch to discuss the next steps.