Required Skills
JIRA
Description
Senior Jira Administrator with Jira Align Experience
Job Summary: The Senior Jira Administrator will be responsible for the strategic administration, configuration, and maintenance of Jira and Jira Align systems. This role requires a deep understanding of Jira workflows, customisations, and integrations, as well as the ability to support and enhance our project management processes. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading complex projects, mentoring junior team members, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the administration and management of Jira and Jira Align systems, including user management, permissions, and configurations.
- Design, implement, and maintain advanced Jira workflows, custom fields, dashboards, and reports.
- Integrate Jira with other enterprise tools and systems to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
- Provide expert-level technical support and training to users, ensuring they can effectively utilize Jira and Jira Align.
- Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to gather requirements and implement solutions that meet strategic business needs.
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and implement improvements to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest Jira and Jira Align features and best practices, and recommend enhancements to improve our project management capabilities.
- Mentor and guide junior Jira administrators and team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our project management processes.
Qualifications:- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience as a Jira Administrator, with at least 3 years of experience with Jira Align.
- Strong understanding of Jira workflows, customizations, and integrations.
- Experience with scripting and automation using Jira APIs, Groovy, or similar technologies.
- Proven track record of leading complex projects and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and senior leadership.
- Preferred Certifications:
- Atlassian Certified Jira Administrator
- Atlassian Certified in Managing Jira Projects
- Atlassian Certified Jira Align Administrator
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