Tyson & Mendes

Technical Lead Engineer

Tyson & Mendes  •  $38/hr  •  San Diego, CA (Remote)  •  20 hours ago
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Job Description

TYSON & MENDES, a national insurance defense law firm with 27 locationsThis candidate is responsible for the leadership of a team ranging from two to four Technical Support Engineers and will be responsible for providing technical guidance to function, troubleshooting issues, and determining long-term solutions to resolve problemsThe firm is an Azure cloud client and uses multiple software programs and applications to run its businessThis role reports to the Director of IT Support

Responsibilities

The Technical Support Engineer Team Lead is responsible for managing and directing a team of technical support professionals to provide expert-level IT assistance across the firm's offices. This role combines technical expertise, leadership skills, and a deep understanding of legal technology needs.

Team Leadership

  • Manage and motivate a team of technical support engineers
  • Collaborate with IT management to implement the best practices and drive continuous improvement

Technical Support

  • Provide high-level technical assistance for complex issues escalated by the team
  • Troubleshoot hardware, software, network, and security problems across the firm's IT infrastructure
  • Manage and resolve high-priority incidents, ensuring adherence to SLAs
  • Maintain expert knowledge of legal-specific applications and technologies
  • Meet departmental KPIs and metrics as provided

Process Improvement

  • Analyze support metrics and user feedback to identify areas for improvement
  • Implement and optimize IT service management processes and tools
  • Develop and maintain documentation, knowledge base articles, and standard operating procedures
  • Collaborate with other IT teams to enhance overall service delivery

Client Relations

  • Communicate effectively with attorneys and staff at all levels of the organization
  • Provide white-glove support for all users
  • Conduct training sessions on new technologies and best practices

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in IT support roles, with at least 2 years in a leadership capacity, required
  • Familiarity with legal-specific software such as document management systems and e-discovery platforms, a plus
  • ITIL certification or CompTiA, preferred
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Positive attitude, attention to detail, high EQ
  • Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
  • Proficiency in troubleshooting hardware and software issues
  • Experience with remote support tools and ticketing systems
  • Knowledge of cloud technologies and mobile device management
  • Understanding of IT security best practices and compliance requirements
  • Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for automation
  • Strong knowledge of Windows OS environments


Compensation Package

  • The hourly pay range of $38-43/hour, depending on experience
  • Overtime paid at 1.5× the regular hourly rate, as needed
  • Comprehensive benefits coverage offered, including plans available at zero employee cost (average annual employee contribution for health/vision/dental coverage is $700-1,700)
  • Employee Assistance Program through HealthAdvocate
  • Employees benefit from a 401(k) program that includes a 100% match on the first 3% contributed and a 50% match on the following 4-5%
  • Vacation time is accrued annually at the employee’s base rate
  • Paid parental leave at base pay
  • Employees receive a monthly technology reimbursement of $60


Benefits

  • 37.5-hour standard workweek designed to promote balance and prevent burnout
  • Internal diversity and inclusion programs, such as the Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals Initiative
  • Firm-wide charitable giving program
  • Numerous social and off-site events each year to enrich your relationships with your colleagues
Why Tyson & Mendes?
We are one of the country’s fastest growing civil defense firms. We have steadily and successfully made our mark as a trailblazer in the legal ecosphere. We are a progressive, dynamic and diverse firm that prides ourselves in breaking the mold upheld by the “traditional” law firm. Here, you will discover an exceptionally smart, deeply talented team of trial lawyers who have continuously made a profound impact on the lives of literally hundreds of thousands of people. From Howell vs. Hamilton Meats, to our many trial wins, our promise is to provide unparalleled service and achieve exceptional results for our clients.
In addition to our outstanding legal work, we take an innovative approach to law firm management; we invest wholly in our employees. From our specialized internal training program on our proven defense methods, to clear paths to leadership and partnership, we provide the professional development resources and tools needed for attorneys to make significant advancements in their careers - all while building their own brands and becoming sought-after experts in their respective fields.
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About Tyson & Mendes

Tyson & Mendes’ goal is to achieve justice for all through innovation, collaboration, and outstanding service. Founded in 2002 by principal trial attorneys Robert Tyson and Patrick Mendes, we are an AV-rated litigation firm of 250+ attorneys across the U.S. specializing in defending insurers, corporations, and insureds in civil litigation. Tyson & Mendes represents clients throughout Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington. Our attorneys also serve clients in Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, and Wisconsin.

We have handled some of the most contentious cases that have helped define insurance defense litigation and have earned a reputation for targeting the threat of and stopping Nuclear Verdicts® – runaway jury verdicts exceeding $10 million.

Our trial-only subsidiary, TM HALO®, is wholly dedicated to stemming the tide of Nuclear Verdicts®. Comprised of elite Tyson & Mendes defense attorneys with decades of courtroom experience, TM HALO® lawyers parachute in to manage the thorniest, highest-stakes cases.

We ensure our attorneys have the tools to achieve exceptional results and protect clients from excessive jury awards. Through programs like TM University and the Tyson & Mendes Trial Academy, our attorneys receive deep training on proven defense methods outlined in Founding Partner Robert Tyson’s best-selling book, "Nuclear Verdicts®: Defending Justice for All."

Our newest strategy, The Apex, builds on 20+ years of courtroom success and data from 100 Nuclear Verdicts®. Launched in 2025, it is a trial-proven framework to help defense teams recognize and break patterns in high-stakes litigation. The strategy is detailed in our forthcoming book, "Nuclear Verdicts®: The Apex – Break the Pattern," by Founding Partner Robert Tyson and National Managing Partner Cayce Lynch.

Industry
Legal & Compliance
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
San Diego, California
Year Founded
2002
Website
tysonmendes.com
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