JIRA DEVELOPERS & MIGRATION SPECIALIST

Jira Developers & Migration SpecialistThe customer is seeking skilled and experienced Mid-Level Jira Developers and Migration Specialists to join our dynamic team. This pivotal role will be instrumental in the successful migration of our Atlassian Jira instances from a Data Center environment to the Atlassian Cloud (SaaS). The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of Atlassian tools, cloud architecture, and proven experience in planning, executing, and managing similar migration projects. This position demands technical proficiency, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless transition.Responsibilities:Actively participate in the planning, execution, and management of the Jira and Confluence migration from Data Center to Atlassian Cloud.Contribute to the development and implementation of comprehensive migration strategies and plans.Execute data transfer, system configuration, and user setup within the Atlassian Cloud environment.Address and resolve post-migration tasks, including adjustments to screens, schemas, and workflows.Utilize Atlassian migration tools (e.g., Jira Cloud Migration Assistant, Confluence Cloud Migration Assistant) to facilitate efficient data transfer and system configuration.Identify and proactively mitigate potential migration challenges, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.Apply a strong understanding of Jira architecture, migration methodologies, and cloud technologies throughout the migration process.Leverage knowledge of Jira Cloud and Data Center environments, including their fundamental concepts, key differences, and their respective roles in migration.(For Developer roles) Utilize development expertise, including Scriptrunner and other Jira ecosystem tools, to automate tasks and streamline processes.(For Developer roles) Apply knowledge and experience with the Forge platform in Jira Cloud, potentially including app development work.Collaborate effectively with various teams to ensure alignment and successful migration outcomes.Contribute to the documentation of migration processes and best practices.Preferred Experience:Solid understanding of Jira configuration and development principles, with experience in managing global and local configurations within migration projects.4-5 years of demonstrable experience migrating Jira from Data Center to Cloud environments.4-5 years of hands-on experience with data transfer, system configuration, and user setup in Atlassian environments, including post-migration fixes related to screens, schemas, and workflows.Comprehensive understanding of Jira architecture, various migration strategies, and cloud technologies.Proficiency in utilizing Atlassian migration tools (e.g., Jira Cloud Migration Assistant, Confluence Cloud Migration Assistant) for data transfer and system configuration, with awareness of common migration challenges and mitigation techniques.Strong understanding of Jira Cloud and Data Center environments, their core concepts, differences, and their impact on migration strategies.(For Developer roles) Experience with development tools within the Jira ecosystem, such as Scriptrunner, for automation purposes.(For Developer roles) Knowledge and practical experience with the Forge platform in Jira Cloud, including app development.Academic Credentials:Bachelor's degree with 4-5 years of practical experience in Jira development or migration.Location:Migration or Integration Experts: 4 positions in India (Hyderabad preferred, remote from anywhere in India considered). 1 Position to work and support in US PST time zone.1 position in San Jose (preferred) or Austin, Texas. East Coast locations are not under consideration.Developers: 3 positions in India (Hyderabad preferred, remote from anywhere in India considered).