Finch AI · 1 month ago
Scrum Master / Technical Writer
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid LevelFinch AI is a fast-growing software development organization focused on innovative ways of interacting with information. They are seeking an experienced Technical Writer who will also serve as a Scrum Master to support a small Agile team by delivering technical documentation and facilitating Agile processes.
AnalyticsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Big DataBusiness IntelligenceMachine LearningNatural Language ProcessingPredictive AnalyticsSaaSSoftwareText Analytics
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Will create and maintain clear, accurate documentation such as SOPs, policies, runbooks, system guides, and user-facing materials
Responsible for creating and maintaining technical architecture diagrams, workflow/process flows, network diagrams, and system integration visuals using industry-standard tools
Facilitate all Agile ceremonies including Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Sprint Reviews, Sprint Retrospectives, and Backlog Refinement in a facilitative and coaching manner
Identify, track, and eliminate impediments affecting team productivity, ensuring timely execution and resolution of action items from meetings
Collaborate closely with engineers and developers, promoting adherence to Agile principles, methodologies, and practices
Track progress and manage multiple concurrent workstreams, providing comprehensive visibility into their statuses and dependencies
Complete and present weekly and monthly project status reports, utilizing Jira metrics and analytics to evaluate team performance
Identify risks and issues proactively, ensuring timely resolution or effective mitigation strategies
Foster effective coordination, conflict resolution, and transparent communication between the internal team and external application development partners
Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholder inquiries, maintaining clear and timely updates
Qualification
Required
Must be eligible for a US Security Clearance (US Citizenship required)
Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification
Demonstrated experience in technical writing, including the creation and maintenance of clear, accurate documentation such as SOPs, policies, runbooks, system guides, and user-facing materials
Proficiency in technical diagramming, with the ability to create and maintain architecture diagrams, workflow/process flows, network diagrams, and system integration visuals using industry-standard tools
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives and ensure alignment, visibility, and coordination across teams
Proven experience resolving conflicts and facilitating effective communication between internal teams and external development partners
Solid understanding of software deployment processes, operations, performance monitoring, and security practices in a cloud production environment
Exceptional communicative and social skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts effectively to diverse stakeholders
Experience w/ Microsoft Visio, Lucid Diagrams or similar applications
Bachelor's degree in Technical Communication, English, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Preferred
Experience with Atlassian JIRA, ServiceNow, or similar applications highly preferred
Experience in a regulated environment or familiarity with financial regulatory frameworks is preferred
Company
Finch AI
At Finch AI, we think like analysts. So we build tools that accelerate their workflows, that never get tired, and that dramatically improve outcomes.
Founded in 2014
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Scott Lightner
Founder & Chief Scientist
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