Company Profile:
Join one of the fastest growing companies in Canada! LawDepot is proud to be a seven-time Growth 500 ranked organization and a major player in the Global legal solutions industry. Our mission is to modernize the legal document creation experience by empowering people with fast, easy-to-use, and professional solutions. With over ten million satisfied customers worldwide, over two million monthly website visitors, and billions of dollars saved on legal fees, you will be joining a team that is truly making a difference. At LawDepot, we foster a collaborative and inclusive learning culture that values excellence and diversity. Apply today and become a part of our exciting journey!
Position Overview:
LawDepot is currently expanding and looking to recruit a Technical Team Lead in Edmonton, Alberta. Working with the Information Systems department, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership and participating in development to enhance the functionality of our legal software platform. You will participate in architectural design, feature implementation, and the day-to-day software development lifecycle, while also managing delivery metrics and driving continuous improvement. This is a full-time permanent position, working 37.5 hours per week with opportunities for a fully remote or hybrid work schedule.
Primary Responsibilities:
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of Software Developers working on delivering products and features that create an excellent experience for our users
Oversee all software development activities and ensure the high-quality delivery of projects
Plan, design, develop, and implement technical solutions that meet team and company objectives
Make architecture and technology selection decisions that align with business goals and long-term scalability
Manage project schedules, scope, work estimates, and ensure deliverables are on time and within budget
Lead code reviews, share knowledge, and provide feedback to maintain code quality and encourage innovation
Partner with Product Owners and stakeholders to develop high level strategy and deliver technical roadmaps
Set team objectives, establish performance expectations, and conduct performance management to drive accountability and strong execution
Drive continuous improvement in development team best practices, processes, tools, and methodologies to enable greater efficiency and growth
Train, coach, and mentor team members to strengthen technical expertise and develop a high-performance team
Collaborate with cross functional departments to determine business requirements and technical specifications
Communicate progress updates to the team and all required stakeholders, ensuring alignment and transparency
Identify and manage technical debt, ensuring system scalability, performance, and reliability
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
Post-Secondary Education in Computing Science or equivalent
7+ years of experience in a Software Engineer or Developer role is preferred
Prior management experience would be an asset
Experience in performance management, resource planning, coaching staff, and mentoring developers
Proven track record of successfully delivering technology projects, ensuring high-quality and on-time delivery
Deep understanding of development best practices, including code quality assurance, scalability, and system design patterns
Experience with our core technology stack: C#, .NET 7+, TypeScript / JavaScript, SQL (Microsoft SQL Server)
Experience with one of the latest JavaScript frameworks: Vue (preferred), Angular, React
Additional technical knowledge is an asset: .NET Web APIs (or REST APIs), Entity Framework Core
Familiarity with unit testing frameworks (Vitest, NUnit, xUnit, Selenium, Jest, MS Test)
Experience conducting code reviews and providing valuable feedback to developers
Strong business acumen, with an ability to align technical solutions with company goals
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience exploring and applying emerging technologies, such as AI, to enhance product capabilities and development practices
Familiarity with Agile processes and using tools like Azure Boards to optimize project delivery and drive results
Why You Should Join the LawDepot Team:
Excellent total compensation package
Comprehensive health and dental benefits, plus an additional Health Care Spending Account
Great work life balance (37.5 hour work weeks, flexible schedules, ability to bank hours)
Three weeks paid vacation, plus bonus personal days
Continuous learning opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning subscriptions and training budgets
Company share plan
Free catered lunches for the entire office
Monthly social events for team members to enjoy (think axe throwing, rock climbing, board games, food trucks, trivia contests, and charitable activities)
Casual work environment
Personal offices for focused work and to have your individual space (plus collaborative workspaces for when you want to meet with the team)
Free and easily accessible parking
Southgate Mall, Whyte Ave, and Calgary Trail restaurants are only minutes away
Hybrid working arrangements for that balance between getting work done at home and engaging with others in the office
How to Apply:
Apply for this job here or submit your application through our Careers page at https://www.lawdepot.ca/career.
We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Compensation Range: CA$100K - CA$125K