Jira Administrator

Boston, Massachusetts

Saviance
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Job Title: Jira Administrator - Migration Expert
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Contract-3-6 Months

Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly experienced Jira Administrator and Expert with a strong background in Azure DevOps and demonstrated experience migrating projects, workflows, and issue tracking from Azure DevOps to Jira. The ideal candidate will lead the end-to-end migration process, optimize Jira configuration, and ensure seamless adoption across teams.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and execute the migration strategy from Azure DevOps (ADO) to Jira, ensuring data integrity and minimal disruption.
  • Configure, administer, and maintain Jira projects, workflows, custom fields, screens, schemes, and user permissions.
  • Create and manage dashboards, filters, and reports tailored to business needs.
  • Collaborate with development, QA, and DevOps teams to align Jira setup with existing processes.
  • Automate workflows using Jira Automation, ScriptRunner, or similar tools.
  • Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues proactively.
  • Provide training, documentation, and user support to ensure smooth Jira adoption.
  • Stay current on best practices, new features, and plugins for Jira and Confluence.
  • Work with stakeholders to refine Jira as a tool for project tracking and reporting.
  • Integrate Jira with other tools such as Confluence, Slack, GitHub, Bitbucket, or CI/CD pipelines.
Required Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of experience as a Jira Administrator or Jira Consultant.
  • Proven experience with Azure DevOps and end-to-end ADO to Jira migration.
  • Strong understanding of Jira Cloud (or Data Center), workflows, permission schemes, and project configuration.
  • Experience with data mapping, ETL, and tools like Jira Migration Assistant, Configuration Manager, or custom scripts.
  • Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies and supporting Jira Agile boards.
  • Proficient in writing JQL and configuring custom dashboards and reports.
  • Experience with ScriptRunner, Automation for Jira, or other add-ons.
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Atlassian Certified Jira Administrator (ACP-100 or equivalent).
  • Experience with Confluence, Bitbucket, or other Atlassian tools.
  • Familiarity with REST APIs for Jira and ADO.
  • Prior experience in a regulated industry or enterprise-scale environment. Job Title: Jira Administrator - Migration Expert
    Location: Remote
    Employment Type: Contract-3-6 Months

    Job Summary:
    We are seeking a highly experienced Jira Administrator and Expert with a strong background in Azure DevOps and demonstrated experience migrating projects, workflows, and issue tracking from Azure DevOps to Jira. The ideal candidate will lead the end-to-end migration process, optimize Jira configuration, and ensure seamless adoption across teams.

    Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and execute the migration strategy from Azure DevOps (ADO) to Jira, ensuring data integrity and minimal disruption.
  • Configure, administer, and maintain Jira projects, workflows, custom fields, screens, schemes, and user permissions.
  • Create and manage dashboards, filters, and reports tailored to business needs.
  • Collaborate with development, QA, and DevOps teams to align Jira setup with existing processes.
  • Automate workflows using Jira Automation, ScriptRunner, or similar tools.
  • Monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues proactively.
  • Provide training, documentation, and user support to ensure smooth Jira adoption.
  • Stay current on best practices, new features, and plugins for Jira and Confluence.
  • Work with stakeholders to refine Jira as a tool for project tracking and reporting.
  • Integrate Jira with other tools such as Confluence, Slack, GitHub, Bitbucket, or CI/CD pipelines
  • Required Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of experience as a Jira Administrator or Jira Consultant.
  • Proven experience with Azure DevOps and end-to-end ADO to Jira migration.
  • Strong understanding of Jira Cloud (or Data Center), workflows, permission schemes, and project configuration.
  • Experience with data mapping, ETL, and tools like Jira Migration Assistant, Configuration Manager, or custom scripts.
  • Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies and supporting Jira Agile boards.
  • Proficient in writing JQL and configuring custom dashboards and reports.
  • Experience with ScriptRunner, Automation for Jira, or other add-ons.
  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Atlassian Certified Jira Administrator (ACP-100 or equivalent).
  • Experience with Confluence, Bitbucket, or other Atlassian tools.
  • Familiarity with REST APIs for Jira and ADO.
  • Prior experience in a regulated industry or enterprise-scale environment.
Date Posted: 13 May 2025
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