Senior Application Engineer I

About Kirkland & Ellis

At Kirkland & Ellis, we don’t just meet the standard for legal excellence — we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 24 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers’ commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward.

What You’ll Do

• 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

What You’ll Bring

• 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

Compensation

The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in each of the below locations. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations.

• Chicago: $133,000 - $166,000
• New York: $133,000 - $183,000
• Los Angeles: $133,000 - $183,000
• Washington D.C.: $133,000 - $183,000

How to Apply

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