Technical Lead Jira & windchill

TechDigital Group; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TechDigital Group in Overland Park, KS is seeking a Jira Developer with strong experience configuring and managing Jira, Confluence, and related tools. The ideal candidate will work across teams to tailor workflows, automate processes with Jira Automation, and migrate Jira/Confluence to cloud environments using AWS or Azure.

You will develop and maintain custom Jira plugins and scripts (Groovy) and write SQL queries against Postgres to validate data during migrations.

Qualifications

• Configure and customize Jira projects, workflows, screens and fields.
• Develop and maintain custom Jira plugins and scripts using Groovy and SIL.
• Lead Jira/Confluence cloud migration projects with minimal disruption.
• Write SQL queries for Jira data in Postgres and validate migrations.
• Integrate Jira with other tools via REST APIs and webhooks.

Responsibilities

• Configure Jira projects, workflows, screens and fields to meet requirements.
• Build and maintain custom Jira plugins and scripts (Groovy, SIL).
• Implement Automation for Jira to streamline processes.
• Integrate Jira with other tools and systems for efficiency.
• Utilize REST APIs and webhooks for integrations and automation.
• Collaborate with teams to gather requirements and provide solutions.
• Document Jira configurations, customizations, and integrations.
• Stay updated with Jira features and perform cloud migrations.

Skills

Jira

Groovy scripting

SIL Programming

Confluence

Cloud migration

GitLab

REST APIs

Automation for Jira

PostgreSQL

Jira Service Management

Tools

GitLab

PostgreSQL

Jira plugins

Jira Cloud migrations

Confluence

Job description

Mandatory Skills:

Jira Developer Role ( kindly look for experience as Jira Developer)

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in configuring, customizing, and managing Jira instances, with expertise in SIL Programming and Groovy scripting. Additionally, the candidate should have knowledge of JIRA and Confluence cloud migration projects and GitLab. This role involves working closely with various teams to understand their requirements and provide solutions that enhance productivity and workflow efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Configure and customize Jira projects, workflows, screens, and fields to meet business requirements.
• Expert in developing and maintaining custom Jira plugins and scripts using SIL Programming and Groovy scripting.
• Implement and manage Automation for Jira to streamline processes and enhance efficiency.
• Integrate Jira with other tools and systems to streamline processes.
• Utilize Jira and Confluence REST APIs and webhooks for integrations and automation.
• Write SQL queries to query Jira tables in Postgres SQL.
• Experience with GitLab.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Jira configurations and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and implement solutions.
• Maintain documentation for Jira configurations, customizations, and integrations.
• Stay updated with the latest Jira features and updates to leverage new functionalities.
• Execute JIRA and Confluence cloud migration projects, ensuring minimal disruption to users.
• Worked on migration strategies and timelines, and coordinate with stakeholders to ensure smooth transitions.
• Perform data migration and validation to ensure data integrity and consistency post-migration.
• Provide training and support to users on new cloud features and functionalities.
• Implement and manage cloud-based solutions for Jira and Confluence to enhance scalability and performance.
• Ensure compliance with cloud security best practices and regulatory requirements
• Proven experience with Jira Service Management (JSM) administration, configuration, and migration, especially in cloud environments.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with other Atlassian tools (e.g., Confluence, Bitbucket).
• Experience with JIRA and Confluence cloud migration projects.
• Strong understanding of cloud security best practices and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and practices.

Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure