Expert Institute is a legal technology, data, and services company. We have been in operation for over a decade and are evolving into a leading data and solutions provider in our market. Expert Institutes goal is to facilitate seamless expertise needs-matching and collaboration around legal matters, built on a foundation of high-quality data. As we continue to grow, we seek a Software Engineer to join our team. Job Description The Role As a Staff Software Engineer on the Expert iQ development team, youll play a pivotal role in building and optimizing web applications that enhance the efficiency of connecting legal teams with expert witnesses. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, designing and implementing innovative solutions that align with business objectives while ensuring a seamless user experience. Youll be expected to contribute to both new and existing projects, develop and maintain secure APIs, and drive the adoption of infrastructure-as-code using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation. Your ability to navigate cloud platforms, optimize performance, and provide technical leadership will be crucial in tackling complex challenges. You will also play a key role in fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation by embracing new technologies and frameworks. Why Youll Love This Role: High-impact projects: Your work will directly influence our platform, helping legal professionals solve complex cases with expert data. Innovation at its core: We foster a culture of continuous learning and creativity, encouraging you to work with the latest technologies like AI, cloud infrastructure, and more. Collaborative environment: Be part of a cross-functional team where your voice matters and your contributions are highly valued. Career growth: Grow your technical and leadership skills as you work on complex challenges in a fast-growing company. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with the engineering team to enhance web applications, system designs, and best practices. Work with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions aligned with business goals. Participate in both existing projects and new developments, always focusing on the end user's needs. Develop and maintain APIs for web applications, ensuring robust security and authentication. Solve complex technical challenges, balancing requirements, design considerations, and trade-offs. You should feel comfortable with in-place re-architecture. Embrace new technologies and frameworks, fostering a culture of innovation. Implement infrastructure-as-code using tools like Terraform or CloudFormation. Engage with cloud technologies and platforms to optimize performance and efficiency. Deliver high-quality solutions, ensuring unit, integration, and end-to-end testing. Qualifications Qualifications 6+ years of software engineering experience. Bachelor of Science degree (or equivalent) in computer science, engineering, or relevant field. Demonstrates understanding and usage of software development principles [SOLID, DRY, SOC] and architectural principles. Proficiency with server-side languages and frameworks such as NodeJS/Express [NestJS, NextJS] Python [Flask, Django], C# / Java [Spring Boot] Hands-on experience with SQL [Postgres], NoSQL databases, and domain modeling. Hands-on experience developing RESTful APIs and an interest in API design, microservices, and event-driven architectures. Proficiency with Git and Bitbucket/Github workflows. Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP. Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation) and DevOps practices. Familiarity with authentication standards like OAuth, SAML, or OIDC is a plus. Bonus: Experience integrating with AI services like Gemini and ChatGPT. Ability to explain complex business and technical concepts to all audiences. Why Join Expert Institute? This is a unique opportunity to join a talented team that is punching above its weight in a novel and growing niche. At Expert Institute, you will be part of an innovative environment that values creativity and impact. You will play a pivotal role in our journey to become a leading legal technology provider. Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr