Litera · 2 weeks ago
Manager, Database Engineering
Denver, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $160K/yr
6+ years expLitera is a company focused on innovation in the legal technology space, seeking a Manager of Database Engineering to lead a dynamic team. The role involves developing database strategies, overseeing design and development, and ensuring data security and compliance while fostering team collaboration and professional growth.
Customer ServiceDocument ManagementInnovation ManagementLegalLegal Tech
Responsibilities
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
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
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
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
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
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and seamless integration of database engineering projects
Provide regular updates to senior management and stakeholders
Qualification
Required
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
Experienced in relational databases (Microsoft SQL Server, Azure SQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cosmos DB)
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
Benefits
Health insurance
Retirement savings plans
Generous paid time off
Supportive work-life balance
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company contribution
Incentive and recognition programs
Company
Litera
Litera is a legaltech firm that provides of document lifecycle and transaction management solutions.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2022 (1)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$102MKey Investors
HgK1 Investment Management
2021-11-05Private Equity
2021-01-07Series Unknown· $2M
2019-05-08Private Equity
Leadership Team
Avaneesh Marwaha
CEO
Bryan Smith
Director of Product Management
Recent News
2025-12-03
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