Location

Remote

Employment Type

Full-time

Team

Engineering

Salary range

Commensurate with experience

Manifest is a hyper-growth AI startup redefining the legal industry and expanding access to justice for millions of Americans. We empower lawyers to operate modern, efficient law practices through our “law-firm-in-a-box” platform, delivering a 10x productivity unlock, 3x+ earnings potential, and radically better client outcomes.

We’ve raised $60M from top-tier investors including Kleiner Perkins, Menlo Ventures, and First Round, and are valued at $750M. Backed by these partners, we’re building the largest consumer legal brand ever created.

In under ten months, Manifest grew 6.6x to $28M annualized revenue. Now we’re preparing for the next phase: scaling to $90M ARR+. Achieving this requires creative problem-solving, a deep understanding of user and attorney psychology, and world-class operational rigor.

We're seeking a backend-focused Fullstack Developer who has mastered the art of building with AI. This isn't just another development role - we need someone who lives and breathes AI-augmented development, using tools like Cursor, GitHub Copilot, and v0 as extensions of their thinking. You'll be building our legal tech platform, creating secure client portals and enterprise-grade systems that leverage AI at every level. If you've worked at companies like Replit, Vercel, or similar AI-native organizations, you'll understand exactly how we operate.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable backend architectures for client/lawyer portals and B2B enterprise systems, with a focus on security, performance, and maintainability

• Deliver end-to-end business value by owning features from conception through deployment, ensuring each release directly impacts user success

• Implement AI-powered workflows including automated document generation, intelligent case evaluation, and conversational interfaces

• Create robust APIs and services using Node.js/TypeScript that power both internal tools and client-facing applications

• Build secure, compliant systems for handling sensitive legal documents, client data, and financial transactions

• Leverage AI development tools extensively to accelerate delivery - from code generation to automated testing to architecture decisions

• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex legal workflows into intuitive digital experiences

• Optimize development velocity by selecting and implementing the right tools, frameworks, and AI assistants for each task

What Sets You Apart

You don't just use AI tools - you think in AI-augmented workflows. While others debate whether AI will replace developers, you're already 10x more productive by treating AI as your pair programmer. You've likely contributed to or built tools that help other developers work with AI. You understand that the future of development isn't about memorizing syntax but about architecting solutions and guiding AI to implement them flawlessly. Your GitHub history shows not just code, but evidence of rapid iteration and AI-assisted development patterns.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of fullstack development experience with strong backend expertise in Node.js and TypeScript

• Proven track record of delivering complete features/products end-to-end that drive measurable business outcomes

• Deep proficiency in modern JavaScript/TypeScript ecosystem and backend architecture patterns

• Experience building production-grade APIs with proper error handling, monitoring, and documentation

• Strong database design skills with PostgreSQL or similar relational databases

• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (GCP preferred, AWS/Azure acceptable)

• Located in Europe or able to travel to Europe on demand

• Extensive daily use of AI development tools - you should be using Cursor, Copilot, or similar tools for 50%+ of your coding

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience at AI-native companies like Cursor, Replit, Vercel (v0), StackBlitz (bolt.new), Augment, or similar organizations

• Track record building client portals, CRMs, or case management systems with complex permission models

• Experience implementing AI workflows using LLMs for document processing, automation, or intelligent features

• Python knowledge for AI/ML integration and tooling

• Familiarity with legal tech or heavily regulated industries

• Startup experience with comfort wearing multiple hats and driving initiatives independently

Technical Stack

• TypeScript/JavaScript (primary languages)

• Node.js with modern frameworks (Express, Fastify)

• Next.js 15 with App Router

• PostgreSQL with Drizzle ORM

• Google Cloud Platform (Cloud Run, Kubernetes)

• BetterAuth for authentication

• AI development tools: Cursor, GitHub Copilot, v0, Claude

• Python for AI/ML integrations

Interview Process

1. Initial screening call (30 min)

2. Semi-technical discussion - past projects (1 hour)

3. Live coding session - build a feature using AI tools (90 min)

4. Culture fit conversation with leadership (30 min)

5. Reference/Background checks

• Competitive salary and equity package

• Remote work

• Latest AI development tools and subscriptions

• Freedom to architect solutions and choose technologies

• Direct impact on product direction

• Small, efficient team with minimal bureaucracy

Remote work