We are looking for an experienced Software Developer to support Jira platform development and administration for teams based in The Woodlands, Texas. This Long-term Contract position focuses on building scalable Jira solutions that improve project delivery, streamline workflows, and align technical capabilities with business needs. The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience with Jira customization, automation, integrations, and stakeholder collaboration in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Configure and enhance Jira environments by shaping projects, issue types, screens, fields, permission models, and workflow structures to match operational needs.<br>• Build tailored functionality within Jira using tools such as ScriptRunner, Groovy, Java, and related Atlassian technologies to address complex business requirements.<br>• Develop automated processes, visual dashboards, and reporting solutions that provide teams with meaningful performance insights and day-to-day visibility.<br>• Connect Jira with external platforms, enterprise applications, and development tools to enable reliable data flow and process continuity.<br>• Partner with business and technical stakeholders to gather requirements, recommend improvements, and translate needs into scalable Jira-based solutions.<br>• Investigate and resolve platform issues, including functional defects, configuration problems, and performance-related concerns within the Jira environment.<br>• Administer user access, security controls, and governance standards to maintain a stable and compliant Jira ecosystem.<br>• Support Agile delivery teams by refining boards, reporting structures, and workflow configurations that improve planning and execution.<br>• Produce and maintain technical documentation, end-user guidance, and platform best practices to support adoption and consistency.<br>• Monitor Atlassian product enhancements and identify opportunities to strengthen existing implementations through new features or improved approaches.
<p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Design, develop, and support modern web applications and backend services.</li><li>Build scalable APIs, integrations, and data-driven solutions that support both customer-facing and internal business processes.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate business needs into technical solutions.</li><li>Develop and maintain cloud-based applications using modern software engineering best practices.</li><li>Support application modernization initiatives, performance optimization, and system scalability.</li><li>Participate in architecture discussions, code reviews, and continuous improvement efforts.</li><li>Work closely with global teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.</li></ul><p><br></p>