Atlassian Developer C2C jobs -Hybrid Role

Must have: Jira, forge, and Gitlab
Job Description: Atlassian Developer (Jira Cloud Forge Specialist)
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced and product-focused Atlassian
Developer specializing in Jira Cloud Forge. This is a dedicated
development role cantered on building, securing, and scaling complex
custom applications and integrations that extend the core capabilities
of Jira Cloud for enterprise use.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on professional who can immediately
contribute to the architecture, design, and implementation of new
business solutions.
Note: This position requires deep, proven expertise in the Forge development framework and is not suited for developers without direct experience or Jira administrators seeking a development transition.

Key Responsibilities
•       Forge Application Development & Architecture
•       Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and secure Jira Cloud
applications exclusively using the Atlassian Forge framework and APIs.
•       Architect and implement native Forge modules, including Custom
UI/React components, Global Pages, Contextual Gadgets/Panels, Custom
Fields, and advanced Workflow Validators/Post-Functions.
• Effectively utilize Forge platform primitives, including Forge Storage, Custom Fetch, Web Triggers, Resolvers, Queues, and Event-Driven Functions to handle complex, asynchronous business logic. • Apply best-practice secure coding standards and scalable API design principles to all application development.

Integration & Platform Expertise
•       Integrate Jira Cloud with external SaaS platforms and internal
services using the Jira REST APIs and secure outbound connections via
Forge.
•       Develop custom business logic, validation rules, and workflow
extensions that precisely meet specific organizational requirements.
•       Provide advanced technical support and performance tuning for custom
Jira Cloud applications, configurations, and integrations.

Collaboration & Delivery
•       Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and
cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define technical
solutions, and ensure alignment with strategic business objectives.
•       Document technical designs, deployment procedures, and testing plans
for all custom solutions.

Required Technical Expertise
•       Forge Mastery: Proven, hands-on experience in architecting and
deploying multiple Jira Cloud applications using the Atlassian Forge
framework.
•       Core Languages: Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+) and
TypeScript.
•       Frontend: Deep experience building interfaces using React (Custom UI)
or the Forge UI Kit.
•       Platform Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of the Jira Cloud
platform, including the configuration layer (Issue Types, Screens, Field
Contexts, Workflow Schemes, and advanced Permissions).
•       APIs & Data: Strong familiarity with the Jira Cloud REST APIs and
leveraging data effectively within Forge applications.
•       Architecture: Solid knowledge of Forge authentication mechanisms,
asynchronous processing, and event handling within the Atlassian
platform ecosystem.
•       Quality: Ability to design, implement, and test performant,
maintainable, and reusable code solutions.

Preferred Attributes (Nice to Have)
•       Experience with legacy scripting in Server/Data Center (e.g.,
Groovy/ScriptRunner, Power Scripts/SIL) to support migration or
comparative analysis.
•       Familiarity with Jira Expressions for dynamic condition and validation
logic.
•       Working knowledge of SQL for understanding data structures and
supporting external reporting efforts.
•       Familiarity with modern deployment practices (CI/CD, version control
via Git).
Cultural Fit
•       Self-Starter: A highly proactive individual with a passion for
innovation and continuous skill development in a rapidly evolving
platform.
•       Communication: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to
translate complex business needs into clear, actionable technical
specifications and vice-versa.
•       Delivery Focus: Proven track record of delivering high-quality,
stable, and user-centric Jira customizations in a large-scale enterprise
environment.

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Thanks
Piyush Verma
Technical Recruiter | Empower Professionals
Official Phone: 732-356-8008 x 350

Piyush@empowerprofessionals.com