Jira Configuration Developer​/Administrator

• NYC, NY
• Information Technology

We are seeking a skilled Jira Configuration Developer/Administrator to join our team for part-time work supporting our client. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and managing configurations in Jira Software Cloud and Confluence Cloud. The work involves migrating from Service Now Strategic Portfolio Management to Jira Software and integrating Service Now ITSM to Jira Software. This role demands a deep understanding of Jira’s capabilities and a knack for creating tailored solutions to meet complex business needs.

• Develop and implement configurations for Jira Service Management (JSM) and Jira Data Center (Jira DC).
• Configure permissions in Jira to make issues in one project editable by team members, but read-only for non-team members, with exceptions for product owners.
• Implement security measures to ensure items containing PII, like social security numbers, are visible only to the HR department.
• Develop a workflow that triggers a pop-up for assigning assignees when items move into the development phase.
• Support workflows, visualizations, and metrics at the team, value stream, and portfolio levels
• Establish a strong forecasting and planning capability leveraging Monte Carlo simulations
• Create Kanban boards with sophisticated workflows including specific conditions for closing items, including 'closed normally' and 'discarded' statuses.
• Define and configure new work item types including Enhancement, Project, Initiative, Epic, Feature, and more, along with link types
• Utilize Script Runner and Rovo to create custom fields and automate complex tasks.
• Manage migrations between Service Now ITSM, Jira Cloud, and Confluence Cloud, ensuring data integrity and minimal disruption.
• Conduct Jira consolidation projects to streamline platforms and improve efficiency.

• Proven experience in configuring and managing Jira Software Cloud and Confluence cloud.
• Strong understanding of workflow creation, permission schemes, and security in Jira.
• Experience with Jira migrations and consolidations.
• Proficient in using plugins such as Script Runner for Jira, Zephyr, Timesheets, Structure, and/or Timeline
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Jira Administrator certification or similar qualifications preferred.

At Ariel Partners, we solve the most difficult problems that inhibit technology from enabling our customers to achieve their goals. Our vision is to be recognized by our stakeholders as an elite provider of IT solutions, so when they have their biggest challenges, we are on their short list. We are looking for team members who share our values of:
Integrity to do the right thing even when it hurts;
Commitment to the long-term success and happiness of our customers, our people, and our partners;
Courage to take on difficult challenges, accept new ideas, and accept incremental failure; and the constant pursuit of Excellence
. Ariel Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.