Position: JIRA Architect
Location: McLean, VA (Onsite)
Duration: 6+ months contract
Job Description:
Job Summary:
We are seeking a JIRA Architect to lead the architecture| design| and execution of Jira cloud migration in a complex enterprise environment. This role will own end-to-end Jira platform strategy| including governance| configuration standards| integrations| security| performance| and operating model ensuring a scalable| compliant| and high-performing Jira Cloud ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities:
- Architecture Strategy Define Jira platform architecture and target-state design for Jira Cloud (and related Atlassian cloud services as applicable).
- Establish standards for project configuration| issue type schemes| workflows| permissions| notifications| custom fields| and naming conventions.
- Create and maintain platform governance| including admin operating model| change control| and configuration management.
- Cloud Migration (Complex Environment) Lead migration planning and execution from Jira Server Data Center to Jira Cloud| including discovery| assessment| and migration waves.
- Perform migration readiness analysis app compatibility| customizations| data quality| performance constraints| and compliance requirements.
- Define migration approach for complex scenarios (e.g.| multiple instances| mergers| large datasets| regulated environments| high customization).
- Coordinate cutover planning| rollback strategy| and post-migration validation.
- Integrations Automation Architect integrations with enterprise systems (e.g.| CICD tools| ITSM| identity providers| monitoring| reporting BI).
- Design and implement automation using Jira Automation and/ or scripting tools (where applicable) | ensuring maintainability and auditability.
- Guide API-based integrations| webhooks| and data synchronization patterns.
- Security| Compliance Identity Implement role-based access control and permissions aligned to enterprise security requirements.
- Partner with security teams to ensure compliance with policies (e.g.| data residency| audit logging| retention| access reviews).
- Support SSO identity integrations (e.g.| SAMLSCIM) and user lifecycle management.
- Performance| Reliability Operations Ensure platform scalability and performance through configuration best practices and continuous optimization.
- Define monitoring| incident response| and support processes for Jira Cloud operations.
- Provide technical leadership for platform upgrades| app lifecycle management| and vendor coordination.
Required Qualifications:
- Strong hands-on experience as a Jira Architect Jira Platform Lead in enterprise environments.
- Proven experience delivering Jira Cloud migrations in complex| highly customized Jira ecosystems.
- Deep knowledge of Jira configuration architecture Workflows| schemes| permissions| roles| screens| fields| issue security| notifications.
- Experience with Atlassian administration and governance practices.
- Strong understanding of integration patterns| APIs| and automation in Jira.
Education: At least a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Software/Electronics Engineering, Information Systems, or closely related field is required.
Thanks & Regards
Jyothi S
ITech US, Inc,
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