Solutions Engineer

Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP; California; On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP is seeking a Solutions Engineer in Los Angeles to design, build, and optimize enterprise technology solutions. You will partner with stakeholders to architect systems, develop integrations, automate workflows, and deliver impactful technology initiatives.

The role emphasizes system architecture, APIs, and Power Platform/ Dynamics 365 configurations, with opportunities to improve security and compliance across the firm's technology stack.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in systems engineering, solutions engineering, application development, or related technical role.

Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business and technical requirements.
• Design scalable, secure, and efficient technology solutions aligned with firm objectives and operational workflows.
• Configure and customize enterprise applications, including Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and other firm systems.
• Build and maintain Power Apps, Power Automate flows, APIs, and custom integrations.
• Develop and manage APIs, connectors, ETL processes, and automated data flows.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across systems and platforms.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams on integration architecture and connectivity requirements.

Skills

Systems architecture

Systems integration

APIs

Automation technologies

Dynamics 365

Power Platform

SQL

Data modeling

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Microsoft Power Platform

SQL

Microsoft 365

Job description

Offsite (work in-office based on business needs.) Must be within commutable distance to the office

Location: LA

Residency Requirements:

Los Angeles and San Francisco Offices: For all positions based in the Los Angeles and San Francisco offices, residency within the state of California and within a reasonable commutable distance to the assigned office is required depending on the firm's discretion and the nature of the role.

Salary Range: $125,000 - $145,000 *

*The salary range is the one that Munger, Tolles & Olson LLP reasonably expects to pay for this position. The salary range does not guarantee, obligate, nor set expectations of an applicant’s wage in the event of hire. The posted range is only one component of MTO’s Total Rewards package.

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Do you love turning complex business challenges into smart, scalable technology solutions?

We're looking for a Solutions Engineer who can bridge business and technology by designing, building, and optimizing enterprise solutions that drive efficiency, automation, and innovation.

In this highly visible role, the Solutions Engineer partners with stakeholders across the firm to architect systems, develop integrations, automate workflows, and deliver technology solutions that make a measurable impact.

Job Functions & Responsibilities

SOLUTION DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE

• Partner with stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business and technical requirements.
• Design scalable, secure, and efficient technology solutions aligned with firm objectives and operational workflows.
• Recommend platforms, tools, and technical approaches based on business needs, feasibility, and long-term sustainability.

SYSTEMS CONFIGURATION AND DEVELOPMENT

• Configure and customize enterprise applications, including Dynamics 365, Power Platform, and other firm systems.
• Build and maintain Power Apps, Power Automate flows, APIs, and custom integrations.
• Write, test, and maintain efficient, scalable, and maintainable code and technical solutions.

SYSTEMS INTEGRATION AND APIs

• Develop and manage APIs, connectors, ETL processes, and automated data flows.
• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across systems and platforms.
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams on integration architecture and connectivity requirements.

SYSTEMS CONFIGURATION AND DEVELOPMENT

• Investigate and resolve complex system, application, and integration issues.
• Monitor database performance and optimize system configurations.
• Perform regular backups and implement disaster recovery procedures.

PROJECT COLLABORATION & DELIVERY

• Participate in technical projects from planning through implementation and rollout.
• Collaborate with project managers, vendors, developers, and business stakeholders to ensure successful delivery.
• Manage multiple assignments and priorities within established timelines.

SECURITY AND COMPLIANCE

• Support the implementation and enforcement of system security controls and governance policies.
• Maintain appropriate access controls, permissions, and data protection measures.
• Participate in system audits, risk assessments, compliance initiatives, and vulnerability testing.

TESTING AND DEVELOPMENT

• Implement testing methodologies to ensure system reliability and quality.
• Develop test plans and perform unit testing of solutions.
• Support the deployment and release management processes, including migration across environments.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

• Stay updated with the latest system features and capabilities.
• Research emerging technologies, platforms, and industry best practices.
• Recommend enhancements and innovative solutions to improve firm operations and service delivery.
• Participate in evaluation, testing, and rollout of new technologies and tools.

DOCUMENTATION AND TRAINING

• Create and maintain technical documentation, including system architecture, configurations, process flows, and support materials.
• Generate reports on system performance, issues, and enhancements.
• Provide knowledge transfer and training to system administrators, support staff, and end users.

Tools

• Microsoft Dynamics 365
• Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI)
• SQL
• Microsoft 365
• Other business applications

Qualifications & Skill Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in systems engineering, solutions engineering, application development, or related technical role.
• Experience designing, implementing, and supporting enterprise business applications and technical solutions.
• Ability to translate business requirements into scalable and sustainable technical solutions.
• Strong knowledge of system architecture, systems integration, APIs, data flows, and automation technologies.
• Hands‑on experience configuring Dynamics 365 and Power Platform components, including Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, and related Microsoft technologies.
• Experience with relational databases, data modeling, SQL, and data management best practices.
• Precedent‑Setting Cases: Clients turn to us for groundbreaking cases that demand creative thinking.
• Resourceful Deployment: When the stakes are high, we can mobilize an “army of trial lawyers”.
• High‑Profile Representation: We represent major entities such as Bank of America, Edison International, Oaktree Capital Management, PG&E, and Berkshire Hathaway.

Our Exceptional Attorneys:

• Clerkship Experience: Nearly 75% of our lawyers and over 80% of our litigators have clerked for federal or state judges.
• Varied Backgrounds: Our attorneys bring additional dimensions to client service. Some honed their skills as assistant U.S. attorneys, while others hold advanced degrees in fields like physics, engineering, and medicine.

The Solutions Engineer role is an amazing opportunity available on our team of professionals at Munger, Tolles & Olson, LLP! We offer competitive pay, benefits and an opportunity to make an impact in today’s world.

About Munger, Tolles & Olson

Munger, Tolles & Olson has topped The American Lawyer’s A-List a record twelve times, and maintains the highest average A-List ranking in the history of the award.

We strive to hire only the most qualified and creative lawyers. We believe that clerkships provide valuable experience. In this regard, nearly 75% of our lawyers and over 80% of our litigators served as law clerks to federal or state judges and sixteen attorneys were clerks to U.S. Supreme Court Justices. We recruit and retain the best professional talent to support our Attorneys with a focus on service and excellence. We have a full spectrum of functional positions including Information Technology, Information Security, Accounting, Human Resources, Legal Support, and Marketing.

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