R&D Tools Senior Developer

Arctic Wolf; Southwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 246,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity for all employees

Flexible time off

RRSP and 401k match

Training and career development

Job summary

Arctic Wolf is seeking an R&D Tools Senior Developer to administer Jira and Confluence cloud instances, and to support the broader R&D tooling ecosystem including Github and Atlassian Apps. You will work with IT and R&D to implement and optimize tooling for the lab environment and product orgs.

The role emphasizes end-to-end tool rollout, advanced dashboards, and ongoing improvements through SME guidance, training coordination, and best-practice documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience as Jira Administrator with expertise customizing Jira projects and workflows.
• Experience architecting a Jira Cloud Instance across multiple teams is preferred.
• Experience with Github or other source control tools is a plus.
• Experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP is an asset.
• Strong ability to build advanced Jira/Confluence dashboards and reports.

Responsibilities

• Build/admin/support projects within Jira and Confluence.
• Lead end-to-end implementation of new tools within R&D from concept to adoption.
• Administer Jira/Confluence configurations and space permissions.
• Provide R&D tooling support across Jira, Confluence, Github, and related apps.
• Collaborate with IT to meet R&D and Product teams’ tooling needs.

Skills

Jira Administration

Confluence

Jira Cloud

Github

Atlassian Apps

AWS/Azure/GCP

Dashboarding in Jira/Confluence

Agile teamwork

Analytical skills

Tools

Jira Cloud

Confluence

Github

Jira Software

Jira Service Management

Job description

At Arctic Wolf, you won’t just watch the cybersecurity industry evolve – you'll help lead the change. Our global Pack is made up of people who thrive on solving hard problems, moving fast, and building technology that protects organizations around the world. We’re proud to be recognized by Forbes, CNBC, Fortune, CRN, Bartner Peer Insights and IDC MarketScape – but what matters most is the work behind it: delivering real outcomes for customers through award winning innovation like our Aurora Platform. If you’re looking for meaningful work, smart teammates and the chance to make a real impact in a high-growth company that’s redefining security operations, Arctic Wolf is the right place for you!Our mission is simple: End Cyber Risk. We’re looking for a **R&D Tools** **Senior Developer** to be part of making that happen.**About the Role**As an R&D Tools Senior Developer, you will be working with the other members of the R&D TAS team to support the tools within the R&D Organization. This role will be responsible for administration, configuration and support of our Jira and Confluence cloud instances in use by R&D and Product team, and broader R&D application-level support for our lab environments and other R&D tools. This role will work closely with IT and R&D departments to ensure that tooling meets the needs of the specific teams.**Responsibilities*** Build/admin/support projects within Jira.* Guide and lead the implementation of new tools within R&D from end to end.* Drive better adoption and use of tools within R&D including Jira, Confluence, Github, etc* Participate in process and tooling discussions as a subject matter expert* Review tool implementations for best practices and make recommendations for improvement* Administer and define Jira and Confluence solutions for ever-changing needs within the R&D and Product organizations* Support the R&D suite of tools, including Jira, Confluence, Github, and other R&D tools* Collaboratively work with IT to setup tools that meet the needs of R&D and Product teams.* Analyze, review, and document functionality to determine potential areas of continued improvement.* Work with the Training team to develop user training on R&D tools regarding how to use the tools, new functionality, etc.* Maintain existing Jira projects, workflows, and permissions, while working in a Jira cloud environment.* Document and support best practices for Confluence page structure, template creation and space permissions* Work with Jira filters, reporting, dashboards, workflows, fields, to provide the best solutions for the problem* Test new features and functionality of the Atlassian Suite of tools, integrations and Apps to ensure compatibility.**About You*** Experience as Jira Administrator with expertise customizing Jira projects with various schemes, complex workflows, custom JQL, and integration with other business systems, including external reporting systems.* Experience with architecting a Jira Cloud Instance (Jira Software and Jira Service Management) across multiple teams would be an asset.* Experience maintaining Github Organizations or Administration of other source control products* Experience with AWS, Azure, GCP or Vmware is an asset* Ability to construct advanced dashboards using various filter types in Jira and Confluence* Experience in researching, building a business purchase case, and installing Atlassian Apps.* Understanding of User & Group management through Atlassian Access.* Experience maintaining and supporting systems or tools in a rapidly changing environment* Strong analytical skills.* Atlassian Certifications an asset.* Ability to work in a dynamic agile environment.* Must have strong work ethic with good time management skills.* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.**On-Camera Policy** To support a fair, transparent, and engaging interview experience, candidates interviewing remotely are expected to be on camera during all video interviews. Being on camera fosters authentic connection, improves communication, and allows for full engagement from both candidates and interviewers. We understand that technical, bandwidth, or location-related challenges may occasionally prevent video use. If this applies, candidates are required to notify us in advance so we can explore appropriate accommodations.**About Arctic Wolf**At Arctic Wolf, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that thrives on diversity of thought, background, and culture. This is reflected in our multiple awards, including **Top Workplace USA** (2021-2024), **Best Places to Work – USA** (2021-2024), **Great Place to Work – Canada** (2021-2024), **Great Place to Work – UK** (2024), and **Kununu Top Company – Germany** (2024). Our commitment to bold growth and shaping the future of security operations is matched by our dedication to customer satisfaction, with over 7,000 customers worldwide and more than 2,000 channel partners globally. As we continue to expand globally and enhance our technology, Arctic Wolf remains the most trusted name in the industry.**Our Values**Arctic Wolf recognizes that success comes from delighting our customers, so we work together to ensure that happens every day. We believe in diversity and inclusion and truly value the unique qualities and unique perspectives all employees bring to the organization. And we appreciate that—by protecting people’s and organizations’ sensitive data and seeking to end cyber risk— we get to work in an industry that is fundamental to the greater good.We celebrate unique perspectives by creating a platform for all voices to be heard through our Pack Unity program. We encourage all employees to join or create a new alliance. See more about our Pack Unity here.We also believe and practice corporate responsibility, and have recently joined the Pledge 1% Movement, ensuring that we continue to give back to our community. We know that through our mission to End Cyber Risk we will continue to engage and give back to our communities.All wolves receive compelling compensation and benefits packages, including:* Equity for all employees* Flexible time off and paid volunteer days* RRSP and 401k match* Training and career development programs* Comprehensive private benefits plan including medical, mental health, dental, disability, life and AD&D, and value-added services* Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with mental health services* Fertility support and paid parental leave Arctic Wolf is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. Arctic Wolf is committed to fostering a welcoming, accessible, respectful, and inclusive environment ensuring equal access and participation for people with disabilities. As such, we strive to make our entire employee experience as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for candidates and employees with disabilities and/or other specific needs where possible. Please let us know if you require any accommodations by emailing [e-mail]. **Security Requirements*** Conducts duties and responsibilities in accordance with AWN’s Information Security policies, standards, processes, and controls to protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of AWN business information (in accordance with our employee handbook and corporate policies).* Background checks are required for this position.The base salary range for this job family is 75,000 to 246,000 CAD annually. This range reflects the base pay the company reasonably expects to offer for this position, aligned to the broader job family base pay structure. Actual base pay may vary based on skills, experience, and location, including job family level. In addition to base pay, Arctic Wolf offers variable incentive compensation, new hire equity grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.