Engineering Manager at Lexroom

At Lexroom.ai [Upgrade to PRO to see link] we set the bar for legal AI—clear, fast, and built for trust. In just a few years, what began as an idea has become a reliable platform adopted by thousands of legal professionals across Europe. Our mission is clear: make the law faster, clearer, and more reliable, giving lawyers, law firms, and companies the time and confidence to focus on what truly matters. We're scaling rapidly, backed by top-tier investors and a world-class team dedicated to rigor, clarity, and impact. Today, Lexroom is a trusted partner, shaping the future of legal AI with discipline and purpose. WHY LEXROOM.AI [Upgrade to PRO to see link] - Shape the Standard: Be part of the team setting the benchmark for legal AI in Europe. - Work with the Best: Collaborate with exceptional colleagues in a culture that values competence, curiosity, and ambition. - Deliver Meaningful Results: Your work will directly influence how legal professionals operate—faster, clearer, and more efficiently. At Lexroom.ai [Upgrade to PRO to see link] we leave buzzwords behind. Here, you'll build something that lasts: a trusted platform, a strong reputation, a new standard for the legal world. WHAT YOU'LL DO You report to the Engineering Director (currently the CTO) and are the single point of accountability for people, delivery, and technical health within your team. - Own your engineers' growth: hiring, coaching, performance reviews, retention - Drive predictable delivery: squad formation, capacity planning, execution cadence - Hold the technical bar: tech debt strategy, architectural coherence across squads, quality standards - Set and enforce engineering standards: code review quality, CI/CD practices, testing, and operational discipline - Foster a team culture where feedback flows freely and engineers take ownership - Partner with the PM to shape priorities — including engineering-driven initiatives like tech debt, reliability, and platform improvements WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR - 5+ years in software engineering, with 2+ years managing engineers (EM, Team Lead with direct reports, or equivalent) - Track record of growing engineers and building high-performing, psychologically safe teams - Experience co-owning product decisions with PMs — not just executing a handed-down backlog - Solid technical foundations (React + Python preferred) — you don't code daily, but you earn trust through technical credibility - Experience in high-growth environments: hiring pipelines, org transitions, scaling from small to mid-size teams - Fluent in Italian and English HOW WE WORK - Stack: React + TypeScript frontend, Python backend, Google Cloud (Cloud Run), Elasticsearch, Pinecone - AI-assisted development: We actively use Claude Code, Cursor, and AI-powered workflows across the engineering org — you'll be expected to embrace and evolve these practices with your team - Ship weekly: Weekly release cycle with Thursday deploys, code freeze on Wednesday - Squad model: Temporary, focused squads (2-3 devs) that form around a project and dissolve after delivery — you own squad formation and composition - Quality: ADR process for significant technical decisions, structured incident response, SLA/SLO discipline WHAT SETS US APART An Exceptional Team At Lexroom.ai [Upgrade to PRO to see link] you'll work alongside top talent in tech and legal AI. Our focused teams operate with purpose and autonomy, so every contribution delivers visible results. You'll collaborate with people who pair innovation with rigor, curiosity with discipline, ambition with depth. Growth that Matters We hire exceptional people to make a difference—and we give them space to lead. Your work will shape the future of legal technology and set new standards for the field. Impact is defined by vision and execution, not by age or title. If you're ready to take responsibility, you'll find real opportunities to grow and lead high-stakes projects. Rewarding Your Contribution We value excellence and share success: - Annual Salary Range: €80,000 – €120,000 - Equity Package: Align your growth with the company's long-term success. BENEFITS THAT MATTER - Hybrid Work: Flexibility to balance remote work with in-person collaboration at our Milan HQ. - Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to ensure peace of mind. - Meal Vouchers: Daily support to make your lunch breaks easier. - Performance Bonuses: Rewards tied directly to measurable results. - Team Retreats & Off-sites: Dedicated time to connect, collaborate, and spark bold ideas. At Lexroom.ai [Upgrade to PRO to see link] ambition meets discipline and purpose. We're not just building a product—we're setting a new standard for the legal world. If you're ready to contribute to something lasting and meaningful, we'd love to hear from you.