Applications Development Manager, Legal Tech & DevOps
Overview
You lead development teams building strategic legal applications for an AM 100 law firm. Your team ships products that align with ROI targets, with a portfolio budget and KPIs. The role spans DevOps, CI/CD, and cloud architecture. You work fully remote, with occasional commutes to offices like Seattle, Portland, or Los Angeles. This role stands out because you own the entire delivery lifecycle, from budgeting to hiring, in a firm that values innovation and inclusion.
What You'll Do9
- 1Oversee multiple development teams, ensuring delivery aligns with ROI and business goals.
- 2Define KPIs, budgets, and SLAs for the application portfolio.
- 3Implement and maintain DevOps, CI/CD, and quality frameworks.
- 4Mentor and hire top engineering talent.
- 5Liaise between IT and business to align technical strategy.
- 6Introduce innovative solutions and improve development processes.
- 7Manage technology budgets and portfolio management.
- 8Drive adoption of Agile practices across teams.
- 9Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize projects and allocate resources.
Requirements7
- 110+ years in software delivery, including 3+ years in managerial roles.
- 2Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, information technology, information systems, computer engineering, or related STEM field. MBA or technical master's a plus.
- 3Deep understanding of DevOps, Agile, and cloud architecture.
- 4Experience in technology budgeting and portfolio management.
- 5Proven leadership and conflict resolution skills.
- 6Experience with CI/CD pipelines and quality frameworks.
- 7Ability to work remotely within commuting distance of a firm office.
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