Senior Engineer
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About Us
Syntracts is an AI-powered legal-tech startup on a mission to deliver on the unfulfilled promise of legal AI, reshaping how top firms turn their most valuable asset, their contracts, into structured, actionable intelligence.
Forget prompt engineering and wrapping third-party APIs. We’re building the foundational layer for legal data. With backing from top VCs in NYC, SF, and Boston, our proprietary platform uses hundreds of fine-tuned small language models to structure complex legal documents with unparalleled accuracy. It’s built for the enterprise: secure, scalable, and deployable entirely on-premises.
This is a unique opportunity to join as one of our early team members and help shape not just our operations, but also our culture, processes, and trajectory.
The Role
As a Senior Engineer on the team, you will serve as a hands-on technical leader, driving the design and implementation of complex full-stack features, scalable Kubernetes-based infrastructure, and enterprise-grade B2B integrations. We are looking for someone who can set engineering standards through clean, maintainable code, robust monitoring and alerting systems, and a commitment to performance and reliability across the platform.
Beyond technical execution, this role will shape the team’s engineering culture—mentoring peers, leading architecture discussions, and championing the adoption of AI tools to boost productivity. They’ll collaborate cross-functionally to solve business-critical challenges, balance technical debt with innovation, and help define the long-term direction of our platform and technology stack.
This role reports directly to VP of Engineering and is fully remote, with occasional travel to New York City for team events.
Responsibilities
Technical Leadership
Design and implement complex full-stack features that serve as architectural patterns for the team
Successfully architect and deploy scalable Kubernetes-based infrastructure solutions
Build and maintain robust B2B integration systems that handle enterprise-scale data flows
Demonstrate measurable productivity improvements through AI tool adoption and evangelism
Platform Excellence
Ensure high availability and performance of production systems
Implement monitoring, alerting, and debugging systems that enable rapid issue resolution
Write clean, maintainable code that serves as a reference for engineering best practices
Lead technical design reviews and architecture discussions
Team Impact
Mentor junior and mid-level engineers through code reviews, pair programming, and technical guidance
Drive engineering process improvements and development workflow optimization
Effectively communicate technical concepts to both engineering and non-technical stakeholders
Successfully manage technical relationships with enterprise clients during integration projects
Strategic Contribution
Identify and propose technical solutions for business-critical challenges
Balance technical debt management with feature development priorities
Contribute to long-term platform architecture and technology stack decisions
Experience & Skills
Full-Stack Development
Expert-level proficiency in Python for backend services and data processing.
Strong React experience with modern frontend development practices.
Advanced PostgreSQL knowledge including query optimization and database design.
Experience with RESTful API design and microservices architecture.
AI and Productivity
Demonstrated experience leveraging AI tools (GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, etc.) to accelerate development.
Proven track record of implementing AI-assisted workflows that improve team productivity.
Experience evaluating and adopting AI-powered development tools to enhance efficiency.
Infrastructure and Operations
Strong Kubernetes experience including cluster management, deployment strategies, and troubleshooting.
Experience with Docker and container orchestration.
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and infrastructure as code.
Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices.
B2B Integration Expertise
Proven experience building enterprise-grade API integrations.
Knowledge of authentication protocols (OAuth, SAML, JWT).
Experience with data synchronization, webhook systems, and event-driven architectures.
Understanding of enterprise security requirements and compliance considerations.
Behavioral Skills:
Demonstrated ability to work autonomously on ambiguous, high-impact problems.
Experience translating complex business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills across both technical and business audiences.
Comfortable presenting technical concepts to stakeholders at all levels.
Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
Comfortable wearing multiple hats and contributing across the stack.
Adaptable to evolving business and technical needs as we scale.
Bonus Points If You Have…
Experience with Model Context Protocol (MCP) or similar AI integration frameworks.
Experience interfacing directly with enterprise clients during technical implementations.
Background in legal tech, fintech, or other regulated industries.
Why Join Us
Be a true partner in shaping a company from day one
Competitive salary + meaningful equity
Direct collaboration with experienced founders and mission-driven team
Salary Range: Salary range is based on experience plus a performance bonus and equity, commensurate with experience
Benefits:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible PTO and remote work options
How to Apply
Excited about this opportunity? We’d love to hear from you! Please email your resume to careers@syntracts.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Syntracts is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies and strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.