Scrum Master

Job Description

Join Our Team at Litera: Where Legal Technology Meets Excellence

Litera has been at the forefront of legal technology innovation for over 25 years, crafting legal software to amplify impact and maximize efficiency. Developed by the best legal minds in the industry, our comprehensive suite of integrated legal tools is both powerful and user-friendly and simplifies the way modern firms manage core legal workflows, secure collaboration, and organize firm knowledge and experience. Every day, we help more than 2.3 million legal professionals focus on their craft. Litera: Less busy work, more of your life’s work.

Overview: 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 have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge tools and collaborate with industry experts to deliver solutions that make a real difference in the legal profession.

Key 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, 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 judgement to accomplish job functions

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in a scrum master / project management role
• 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

Why Join Litera?

• The company culture: We emphasize helping each other grow, doing the right thing always, and being part of a journey to amplify impact, creating an exciting and fulfilling work environment

• Commitment to Employees: Our people commitment is based on what employees love most about being part of the team, focusing on tools that matter to the difference-makers in the legal world and amplifying their impact
• Global, Dynamic, and Diverse Team: Our is a global company with ambitious goals and unlimited opportunities, offering a dynamic and diverse work environment where employees can grow, listen, empathize, and problem-solve together
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Experience peace of mind with our health insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off, and a supportive work-life balance. We invest in your well-being and future, ensuring a rewarding career journey.
• Career Growth and Development: We provide career paths and opportunities for professional development, allowing employees to progress through various technical and leadership roles

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for California, Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Rhode Island, or Washington residents is $85,000 to $110,000. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, Litera offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).