Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Updated on 1/22/2025

Ontra

Ontra

501-1,000 employees

AI solutions for automating legal processes

AI & Machine Learning
Financial Services
Legal

Compensation Overview

$175k - $245kAnnually

+ Equity Grants + Commission

Senior, Expert

United States

Hiring exclusively in the United States.

Category
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
React.js
Ruby
Requirements
  • 7+ years as a fullstack software engineer, preferably in a startup or high growth company
  • A Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science
  • Experience with object oriented programming and web app frameworks (we’re using Ruby on Rails and React)
  • A strong foundation in software development fundamentals
  • An ability to identify technical issues and address them accordingly
Responsibilities
  • Ensuring efficiency and performance for previously developed programs
  • Build, implement, and maintain web-based applications from the frontend to the backend
  • Collaborate with designers and product teams to understand and translate requirements and quickly identify and resolve product issues
  • Working closely with teammates and QA for code reviews and applying best practices to software development, leading to the delivery of high quality and well-tested software
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience in a startup or high growth company preferred

Ontra.ai provides AI-powered solutions designed to automate legal processes specifically for investment firms. The company's software streamlines the intake, negotiation, and execution of routine contracts, such as Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), by leveraging a global network of freelance legal professionals. This automation allows legal teams to concentrate on more strategic tasks rather than routine paperwork. Ontra also offers services to ensure compliance with contract obligations, tailoring its solutions to the unique needs of each client based on their investment strategies. Unlike many competitors, Ontra has a strong focus on the private markets and has gained the trust of major clients like Blackstone, which has transitioned from customer to investor. The goal of Ontra is to digitally transform legal workflows throughout the entire fund lifecycle, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness for investment firms.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$233.5M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Integration of GPT-4 enhances Ontra's AI-driven legal operating system.
  • Launch of Ontra Atlas positions the company as a leader in legal workflow transformation.
  • Appointment of Eric Hawkins as CTO accelerates development of innovative product offerings.

What critics are saying

  • AI model biases in GPT-4 could lead to legal misinterpretations.
  • Rapid expansion may challenge service quality and customer satisfaction.
  • Reliance on freelance legal professionals poses data security and confidentiality risks.

What makes Ontra unique

  • Ontra combines AI with experienced attorneys for contract automation and intelligence.
  • The company serves over 600 investment firms, including Blackstone and AllianceBernstein.
  • Ontra's AI-enabled software automates routine contracts, freeing legal teams for strategic tasks.

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Benefits

Remote Work Options

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

Phone/Internet Stipend

Professional Development Budget

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance