Senior Relativity Legal Application Engineer

Request Technology, LLC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Prestigious Global Firm is seeking a Senior Relativity Legal Application Engineer in Austin, TX. The role focuses on configuring and optimizing legal tech, integrating data sources, and ensuring secure, scalable applications for complex litigation workflows.

The candidate will lead Level 3 support, collaborate with vendors, and drive upgrades while maintaining rigorous security and compliance standards. Strong SQL, Linux, and PowerShell scripting are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent practical experience
• 8+ years in advanced application support or similar technical roles
• Strong experience with e discovery and litigation tech platforms (Relativity Server/One, Reveal, BrainSpace)
• Experience with emerging AI and automation technologies
• Solid understanding of integrations, APIs, ETL, and data pipelines
• Hands-on with Linux environments, REST APIs, and PowerShell scripting
• Excellent problem solving, judgment, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional collaboration

Responsibilities

• Configure and optimize litigation tech solutions to meet firm requirements
• Lead integration of cloud and on-prem data sources into SaaS platforms
• Provide Level 3 support and resolve complex Level 2 issues
• Collaborate with vendors to align with firm standards and goals
• Manage upgrades, conversions, and enhancements with business partners
• Ensure applications meet security, governance, and compliance standards
• Create detailed technical documentation for configurations and troubleshooting
• Act as a subject matter expert for litigation technology initiatives
• Participate in on-call rotation for operational support

Skills

Relativity

SQL

Automation

APIs

PowerShell

Linux

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Relativity Server/One

Reveal

BrainSpace

Microsoft SQL

Job description

***We are unable to sponsor for this permanent full-time role***

***Position is bonus eligible***

Prestigious Global Firm is currently seeking a Senior Relativity Legal Application Engineer with strong SQL experience. Candidate will lead the advanced configuration, integration, and optimization of legal technology solutions supporting Litigation Practice Delivery. In this role, you will partner closely with Litigation Practice Technology, technology vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure applications are secure, scalable, and fully leveraged to meet complex business needs.

Responsibilities:

• Configure and optimize legal and litigation technology solutions to meet advanced firm requirements
• Lead the integration of cloud and on premises data sources into SaaS platforms
• Serve as a senior escalation point, providing Level 3 application support and resolving complex Level 2 issues
• Partner with vendors to ensure alignment with firm standards, best practices, and efficiency goals
• Manage system upgrades, conversions, and enhancements in coordination with non IT business partners
• Ensure all applications comply with security, governance, and compliance standards
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation covering configurations, integrations, and troubleshooting
• Act as a subject matter expert for technology initiatives within Litigation Practice Delivery
• Provide operational support, including participation in a shared on call rotation

Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• 8+ years of experience in advanced application support, configuration, or innovation focused technical roles
• Strong expertise with e discovery and litigation technology platforms (e.g., Relativity Server/One, Reveal, BrainSpace)
• Experience working with emerging AI and automation technologies
• Solid understanding of application and data integrations, including APIs, ETL, and data pipelines
• Hands on experience with Microsoft SQL, Linux environments, REST APIs, and PowerShell scripting
• Exceptional problem solving, judgment, and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proven ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and collaborate across technical and business teams
• A proactive mindset with strong organizational and leadership capabilities