Scrum Master

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Scrum Master

Our Story: Litera, headquartered in Chicago, IL, is a fast-growing software company and one of the leading legal technology suppliers in the world. Serving more than 90% of the world's largest law firms, our software is used by hundreds of thousands of lawyers every day. As a company recognized as one of the best places to work, we believe professional development, rewards programs, open communication, and transparent leadership all contribute to a unique and open work environment. Our employees are driven, energetic, and passionate, and have the ability to make a direct impact on the future of the company.

The Opportunity: As a Scrum Master at Litera, you will be part of a dynamic team that is passionate about driving innovation in the legal technology space. You will be able to work with cutting-edge tools and collaborate with industry experts to deliver solutions that make a real difference in the legal profession

Responsibilities
 Lead scrum teams in using Agile methodology and scrum practices
 Keep teams organized, focused, following priorities, and executing on plans
 Lead teams through discussions, including those related to quality, resources, and scope, and help drive decision-making
 Schedule, facilitate, and lead teams through scrum events
 Act as teams spokesperson as well as liaison between development teams and Product Management
 Regularly interact with Technical Leads, Software Engineers, Quality Engineers, and Product Management. Interact with other departments when needed
 Hold team members accountable for completing tasks
 Remove impediments and coach the teams on removing impediments
 Assist teams in communicating and demonstrating their work to stakeholders
 Create a positive environment and team dynamic where teams can work efficiently and effectively
 Promote a culture of openness, respect, and transparency among team members
 Lead teams in self-organization and self-improvement
 Identify areas for improvement and promote a culture of continuous improvement
 Help motivate team members
 Track teams progress against established goals
 Track and report on team metrics
 Accurately identify the proper tasks needed to complete assignments
 Complete tasks quickly and with a high degree of quality and efficiency
 Work under moderate supervision. Receive guidance but also use independent judgment to accomplish job functions

Qualifications
 3+ years of experience in a scrum master/project management role
 A clear understanding of Agile Methodology and Scrum Software Development
 Strong communication, interpersonal, and mentoring skills
 Clear oral and written communication skills
 Collaborates well with team members
 Ability to resolve conflicts
 Ability to work with, lead, and coach teams
 Ability to create a culture of openness, respect, and continuous improvement
 Willing to receive feedback and direction
 Experience using Atlassian suite (Jira and Confluence)
 Scrum Master certification is preferred
 Bachelor's degree

What Sets Us Apart 
 Work with a team that has a proven track record.
 Our company's growth will challenge and encourage you to broaden your skills.
 Generous allocation of paid time off, and flexible work hours.
 Attractive company bonus plan.
 Comprehensive medical coverage and Employee Assistance Program
 Many opportunities for rewards and recognition

Litera is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.,