Description
Atlassian Specialist (Jira and Confluence) The Atlassian Specialist is responsible for the administration, configuration, and optimization of Atlassian tools-primarily Jira and Confluence-to enhance collaboration, productivity, and process efficiency across teams. This role partners with engineering, operations, and business stakeholders to design scalable workflows, ensure system reliability, and promote best practices in Agile project management. Key Responsibilities Administer, maintain, and optimize Jira Software, Jira Service Management, and Confluence environments. Design and implement custom workflows, fields, permission schemes, screens, dashboards, and reports. Integrate Atlassian products with other systems (e.g., Slack, GitHub, Bitbucket, or ServiceNow) and manage API/webhook connections. Develop and enforce usage standards, templates, and governance frameworks. Provide end user training and technical documentation for internal teams. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to performance, access, and configuration. Research, install, and evaluate marketplace add ons/plugins to extend platform functionality. Perform system upgrades, patch management, and license administration. Collaborate with Agile teams to ensure Jira aligns with Scrum, Kanban, and hybrid methodologies. Maintain Confluence spaces, macros, and permissions to ensure content accessibility and governance. Required Skills and Experience 3+ years of experience administering Atlassian Jira and Confluence (Cloud or Data Center). Strong understanding of Jira workflows, schemes, and automation. Experience designing and managing Confluence spaces, templates, and access controls. Proficiency in Jira REST APIs, webhooks, and integration design. Knowledge of Agile and ITIL principles. Hands on experience with Bitbucket, Bamboo, or other Atlassian suite tools is a plus. Familiarity with SQL, JavaScript, or Python for automation and data extraction preferred. Excellent communication and documentation skills. Ability to translate business needs into effective technical configurations. Education and Certifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience). Atlassian Certified Professional (ACP)-Jira Administration or Confluence Administration certification preferred. ITIL certification is a plus.
Skills
Jira, confluence, atlassian, Python, SQL, javascript, System administrator
Top Skills Details
Jira,confluence,atlassian,Python,SQL,javascript
Additional Skills & Qualifications
NA
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of North Chicago, IL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $38.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully remote position.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 2, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services
We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
- Dice Id: 101054TS
- Position Id: JP-005924506
- Posted 6 hours ago
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