New

Senior Software Engineer

Relativity
United States, Illinois, Chicago
231 South LaSalle Street (Show on map)
Jan 28, 2026
Posting Type Hybrid Job Overview At Relativity, we build technology that helps people uncover the truth in complex data. Our software (SaaS) empowers legal professionals, governments, and organizations around the world to navigate high stakes matters with confidence, clarity, and integrity. By combining advanced AI, powerful analytics, and cloud-based technology, we help teams make sense of massive volumes of information and move critical work forward faster and more accurately. Every role at Relativity contributes to creating scalable, secure, and intelligent solutions with real-world impact-while fostering a culture where curiosity, collaboration, and inclusion thrive and where employees help shape the future of legal technology. As a Senior Software Engineer on the Discovery team, you will design, build, and maintain scalable, high-performance systems that process large volumes of data. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable solutions, improve automation, and ensure quality through rigorous testing. This role requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to operational excellence. Job Description and Requirements Responsibilities Design, develop, and optimize distributed data processing pipelines for scalability and reliability. Build tools and automation to streamline workflows across engineering disciplines. Participate in on-call rotations to troubleshoot and resolve production issues promptly. Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and maintain code quality. Implement comprehensive unit and integration testing to uphold product standards. Collaborate with product managers and other engineers to deliver high-quality features. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field OR equivalent experience. 5+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on distributed systems. Proficiency in programming languages such as C#, Java, or Python. Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS) and containerization technologies. Strong understanding of software design principles and performance optimization. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and communicate effectively. Preferred Qualifications Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Kafka, Spark). Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Knowledge of observability tools and best practices for system reliability. Relativity is committed to competitive, fair, and equitable compensation practices. This position is eligible for total compensation which includes a competitive base salary, an annual performance bonus, and long-term incentives. The expected salary range for this role is between following values: $126,000 and $190,000 The final offered salary will be based on several factors, including but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, qualifications, and internal pay equity. Hiring at the top end of the range would not be typical, to allow for future meaningful salary growth in this position. Required Skills: Automation, Data Analysis, Database Management, Network Architecture, Performance Optimizations, Problem Solving, Project Management, Software Development, System Designs, Technical Leadership