Atlassian JIRA Software Engineer

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Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled Atlassian JIRA Software Engineer based in India to configure, and support enterprise JIRA solutions that enable agile delivery and business process automation. This role will be responsible for JIRA project and template configuration, custom field support add-on implementation, and end user support.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience administering and configuring projects within the Atlassian ecosystem, including JIRA Software, and related marketplace add-ons. This individual must also have practical experience working in an Agile/Scrum, and Kanban environment, actively participating in sprint planning, sprint execution, delivery of sprint commitments, and end user support.

Key Responsibilities

JIRA Configuration & Support

• Configure, and maintain JIRA projects, issue types, screens, workflows, schemes, permissions, and notification settings.

• Create and manage project templates and reusable configuration standards to support consistency across teams and business units.

• Support established custom fields, field configurations, issue layouts, request forms, and automation rules to meet evolving business requirements.

• Optimize JIRA workflows to improve operational efficiency, governance, and reporting accuracy.

• Configure and support JIRA Software capabilities aligned with engineering and support team needs.

Add-On / Marketplace App Implementation

• Evaluate, implement, configure, and support Atlassian Marketplace add-ons to extend JIRA functionality.

• Partner with Tech Leads  and business stakeholders to identify appropriate solutions for roadmap planning, test management, time tracking, reporting, and workflow enhancement.

• Perform add-on compatibility reviews, upgrade assessments, and impact analysis for new releases.

• Ensure add-ons are implemented in accordance with enterprise security, compliance, and support standards.

Administration, Support & Governance

• Troubleshoot and resolve JIRA configuration issues, permission problems, workflow errors, and reporting inconsistencies.

• Support platform upgrades, enhancement requests, testing, and release readiness activities.

• Document system configurations, standards, and implementation procedures to ensure supportability and operational continuity.

• Maintain alignment with change management, security, governance, and service support processes.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, PMO, service delivery, operations, and enterprise application teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline.

• 5–8+ years of experience working with Atlassian JIRA administration and configuration

• Proven experience with JIRA project configuration, template configuration, custom fields, workflow customization, permissions and schemes, dashboard and analytics/report creation, and Atlassian add-on / plugin implementation.

• Hands-on experience supporting Agile/Scrum and Kanban projects

• Strong understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), Agile methodologies, and release processes.

• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with JIRA automation, scripting, or advanced configuration tools such as:

• ScriptRunner

• Automation for Jira

• JMWE / JMCF

• Zephyr

• Experience with Microsoft 365 SharePoint, Power Platform and Copilot integrations

• Experience with REST APIs, integrations, and data extraction for reporting purposes.

• Exposure to enterprise governance, access control, audit, and change management practices.

• Atlassian certifications are a plus.

Nice-to-Have (AI & Emerging Capabilities)

• Experience with Atlassian Rovo, and Microsoft Copilot AI platforms, including:

• Writing effective AI prompts for enterprise use cases

• Creating and managing Rovo/Copilot agents to automate workflows and knowledge discovery

• Leveraging Rovo for contextual insights, search, and productivity enhancement across Atlassian tools

• Experience integrating Atlassian tools with Microsoft Copilot and M365 ecosystem, including:

• Connecting JIRA/Confluence data to Copilot experiences

• Supporting cross-platform workflows between Atlassian and Microsoft environments

• Understanding data governance, permissions, and security considerations for AI integrations

• Exposure to AI-driven workflow automation, knowledge management, or developer productivity tools.

Technical Skills

• Atlassian JIRA Software

• JIRA workflows, screens, schemes, and permissions

• Custom fields and field configurations

• Dashboards, filters, and reporting

• Microsoft SharePoint, Power Platform

• Nice-to-have: Microsoft 365 Copilot integration

Core Competencies

• Strong communication skills

• Strong configurational and analytical skills

• Detail-oriented with a focus on data accuracy

• Strong stakeholder engagement skills

• Delivery-focused with Agile mindset

• Forward-looking mindset toward AI-enabled productivity and automation.

Application and Interview

By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alight’s employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: Government ID validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.

Alight requires all virtual interviews to be conducted on video.  Please be aware that Alight is a camera-on culture and may require occasional travel to one of our physical office locations.

Our commitment to Inclusion

We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.

At Alight, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future.

As part of this commitment, Alight will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact alightcareers@alight.com.

Equal Opportunity Policy Statement

Alight is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state, or local law.   In addition, we take affirmative action to employ disabled persons, disabled veterans, and other covered veterans.

Alight provides reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request reasonable accommodations/modifications by contacting their recruiter.

Authorization to work in the Employing Country

Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not, now or in the future, require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.

Note, this job description does not restrict managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.

We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.
 

DISCLAIMER:

Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.