Litera

Manager, Legal Knowledge Engineering

Canada · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerLitera
LocationCanada
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted30 Sep 2026

Job Description

Ready to Help Shape the Future of Legal Tech?!

At Litera, we don’t just build software, we transform how the world’s top law firms operate. Every day, we Raise The Bar™️ for what’s possible through AI, innovation, and solutions that power millions of legal professionals worldwide. If you’re energized by scale, real impact, and meaningful challenges, you’ll feel right at home here.

Where You’ll Work

Hybrid: This is a hybrid role can be based in any of the following locations with the expectations to be in office at least 3 days a week for collaboration and connection.

Office Locations: Toronto, Denver, Raleigh, Holmdel (NJ), Philadelphia, Chicago

Why this Role Matters

As Manager, Legal Knowledge Engineering, you’ll lead the development of one or more of Litera’s legal tech products. You’ll guide a team of Legal Knowledge Engineering Associates, oversee testing outcomes, and help shape how our products extract meaningful insights from legal documents. You’ll also experiment with prompting large language models (LLMs) and define rigorous testing standards to ensure our AI solutions are accurate, reliable, and impactful.

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What You'll Deliver

Working with our product/engineering/design teams to help set the vision for new legal tech products and features within Kira and the rest of Litera.
Experimenting and testing Generative AI to ensure our products are built the best they can be.
Creating prompts to allow for the accurate extraction of information from a document set.
Designing, conducting and analyzing robust AI testing.
Maintain a thorough understanding of developments in your legal domain and continuously identify new opportunities to build into the products.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, gain efficiencies, and share best practices.

What You'll Bring

Must-Haves:

4+ years practicing transactional law (large law firm, in-house, or legal service provider)
Hands-on experience working with AI — prompting, training, or building AI-driven products
JD, with admission to the bar in at least one state/province
Strong interest in legal technology and artificial intelligence
Strong client service skills with excellent written and verbal communication
Experience with legal operations, program management, or contract management systems is a plus

Nice to Haves:

Previous experience working at a tech company, before or after practicing law
A track record of spotting workflow inefficiencies and finding ways to fix them
Comfort experimenting with new or unfamiliar technology, including "vibe coding"
Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills, with the ability to juggle multiple priorities independently

We know great candidates don't always check every box. If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Experience

A team that shows up. Work alongside people who collaborate, support one another, and lead with integrity.
Global Reach. Partner with teams around the world to solve complex challenges that matter.
Real opportunity for growth. Expand your impact through meaningful stretch opportunities, visibility and career development.
AI-driven innovation. Work at the intersection of legal technology, customer outcomes, and cutting-edge AI.

Pay Transparency for Colorado, New Jersey, & Illinois Applicants

The base salary range for this role is $110,000 to $130,000 USD. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, education, and other relevant qualifications. This role is also eligible to participate in a company bonus plan. In addition to base salary, Litera offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, and incentive and recognition programs. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.

Pay Transparency Notice for Canada Only Applicants:

The annual salary range for this position is $150,000 to $180,000 CAD. Actual compensation is determined by factors including education, work experience, certifications, and other relevant qualifications. Litera offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company contribution, and incentive and recognition programs. All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.

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Litera is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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