ABOUT JENNER & BLOCK
Jenner & Block LLP is a law firm with global reach, with offices in Century City, Chicago, London, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, and Washington, DC. The firm is known for its prominent and successful litigation practice, global investigations practice, regulatory and government controversies work, and experience handling sophisticated and high-profile corporate transactions. Its clients include Fortune 100 companies, technology companies, large privately held corporations, emerging companies, Native American tribes, and venture capital and private equity investors. The American Lawyer has recognized Jenner & Block as the No. 1 pro bono firm in the United States 10 times.
Overview
The Technical Lead reports directly to the Director of Data and Development Services and plays a pivotal role in driving the success of modernization projects, system implementations, and product deliveries. The ideal candidate is a highly adaptable professional who thrives in dynamic environments and demonstrates a proven ability to transition seamlessly between strategic planning and tactical execution. This individual will serve as a technical authority, mentor to development team, and liaison between technical and business stakeholders, fostering collaboration and innovation.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate daily Agile stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives; manage development backlog; utilize team feedback and metrics (quality, delivery rate, bugs, etc.) to identify areas of opportunity; monitor resource utilization
- Prepare concise executive summaries that highlight project milestones, key accomplishments, and potential risks
- Actively monitor and manage project progress, ensuring timely delivery and addressing technical roadblocks proactively
- Adhere to best practices in coding standards, system architecture, and software development methodologies
- Provide technical guidance and oversight on firm-wide initiatives and projects; manage cross-functional dependencies
- Develop incremental plans to address technical debt during regular development cycles
- Act as a point of escalation for complex technical challenges
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in related field (Computer Science, Data Analytics, Data Science, Project Management) or equivalent work experience
- At least 7 years of experience in software development, with 2 years of experience in a managerial or leadership role
- Proven ability to coach teams on Agile principles and best practices to foster a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration
- Proficient in various programming languages, frameworks, data integration and applications (e.g. .NET, Asana, Azure DevOps, RestAPI, SQL, Power BI, etc.)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to identify and mitigate project risks and issues in a timely manner
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities; excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and meticulous attention to detail
- Experience in managing defect tracking systems (e.g., JIRA, Azure DevOps) and implementing processes for resolving issues
Preferred
- Ability to analyze and interpret complex financial data to drive strategic decision making and support business objectives
- Knowledge of QA/QC standards and best practices
- Proficient in gathering and documenting business requirements
- Hands on knowledge of data governance frameworks
- Experience with Elite 3E, Microsoft Fabric, Nintex, ServiceNow
Jenner & Block LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment and employment decisions are not made on the basis of an individual’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity and/or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, arrest record, matriculation, personal appearance, political affiliation, marital, parental, veteran, military, or order of protection status, or any other protected status or that of their relatives, friends, or associates.
Jenner & Block offers a comprehensive benefits program, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off, in addition to other offerings.
