Jira Developer - JIRDEV 25-28929

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
No Travel Required

Skills

Migration
Scripting
Service Desk
Stakeholder Engagement
Workflow
IT Service Management
Collaboration
JavaScript
Management
Communication
Documentation
Access Control
Active Directory
Atlassian
Business Operations
Cloud Computing
FOCUS
HTML
Identity Management
JIRA

Job Details

Job Title: Jira Developer
Location: Austin, TX 78701
Duration: 6 months

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Jira Developer to support and enhance the Atlassian Jira Cloud environment. This role will focus on maintaining, optimizing, and expanding Jira Software and Jira IT Service Management (ITSM).

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in JQL, Jira administration, and automation, as well as experience collaborating with stakeholders. Experience with Jira on-premise to cloud migration is a strong plus.

While Atlassian Access is primarily managed by another team member, a basic understanding of Active Directory, access controls, and identity management is also important.

Job Description

  • Design, configure, and maintain Jira Software and Jira ITSM projects in the Atlassian Cloud environment.

  • Develop and optimize JQL queries, workflows, automations, and permissions to support business operations.

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver scalable Jira solutions.

  • Utilize Jira REST APIs and scripting (HTML/JavaScript) for customizations and integrations.

  • Work with key plugins such as ScriptRunner, JMWE, Email This Issue, and Extension for Jira Service Desk.

  • Provide clear documentation and communicate technical concepts effectively to diverse audiences.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Hands-on experience with Jira administration and development, with a focus on Jira Cloud.

  • Strong proficiency in JQL and Jira ITSM configuration.

  • Preferred: Experience with Jira on-premise to cloud migration (workflows and data).

  • Familiarity with Atlassian Access, Active Directory, and access controls.

  • Experience with Jira REST APIs, HTML, and JavaScript for custom development.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills (CEFR C2 or equivalent), with emphasis on documentation and stakeholder engagement.

Candidate Skills & Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • 8 years of experience managing Jira Software and ITSM projects, including workflows, permissions, and automations.

  • 5 years of expert-level proficiency in JQL (Jira Query Language) for building complex queries.

  • 5 years of experience using Jira REST APIs and scripting languages for integrations and enhancements.

  • 5 years of exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including clear documentation of technical processes.

  • 3 years of hands-on experience with plugins such as ScriptRunner, JMWE, and Email This Issue.

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