Software Engineer

Everlaw is seeking Software Engineers at various experience levels to join their legal technology platform team. The role offers a unique opportunity to work on sophisticated technology that tackles litigation challenges through search, databases, data visualization, distributed systems, and machine learning. The company values strong CS fundamentals, humility, and eagerness to learn.

The position involves working on their ediscovery platform, which helps legal professionals analyze millions of documents in major lawsuits and investigations. Engineers will own features from inception to release, working across the full stack using technologies like Java, React, MySQL/Postgres, and AWS. The role combines technical challenges with meaningful impact, as Everlaw's platform serves all 50 state Attorneys General and hundreds of law firms.

The company offers a unique software development approach that differs from traditional agile methodologies, resulting in higher quality code and more productive engineers. They provide comprehensive benefits including competitive salary ($125,000-$165,000), equity, health benefits, and professional development opportunities. The work environment is hybrid, based in downtown Oakland, with a culture that emphasizes learning, autonomy, and impact.

Ideal candidates should have a computer science-related degree, strong programming fundamentals, and experience with major programming languages. The company is particularly interested in self-driven engineers who write clean code, use appropriate tools, and avoid dogma. This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in combining technical excellence with meaningful work in the legal technology sector.