JIRA Senior Engineer - DevOps Framework

The SWX group is developing a state-of-the-art software platform that will be deployed on all Stellantis vehicles going forward. The SWX organization is seeking candidates to work collaboratively as a member of the Software Methods and Tools team to plan, implement, and maintain the Atlassian Jira platform along with relevant Atlassian plugins to enhance the efficiency and quality of software development. This role offers the opportunity to shape and optimize Jira-based solutions that directly impact software development efficiency in a cutting-edge automotive software organization. Join us to be part of a dynamic, global team driving innovation in software-defined vehicle development. This position will entail working in a global environment, interacting with people in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia.

Responsibilities:

The responsibilities of the Atlassian Jira Senior Engineer include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Be part of a team that deploys and supports the Atlassian Jira platform across global software development teams.

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to define strategies and deliver solutions that enable efficient software development processes and quality software deliveries.

• Implement methods and tools supporting domains such as agile work management, issue tracking, change management, release management, test management, and reporting.

• Configure, customize, and administer Jira projects, workflows, issue types, screens, fields, permissions, and notifications.

• Support Jira integrations with other tools such as Confluence, Github, CI/CD tools, and IBM Engineering Lifecycle Management tools (ERM, ETM, RMM).

• Develop and maintain Jira automations and scripting using Jira Automation, ScriptRunner, Groovy, and REST APIs.

• Support deployment of Jira change across multiple departments.

• Provide end-user training and support to improve tool adoption and best practices.

• Work collaboratively with other team members applying Agile methodologies.

• Stay current with industry trends and best practices for Atlassian tools and DevOps processes.

Basic Qualifications:

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

• A minimum of 5 years of experience with Jira administration, configuration, and customization in a software development environment.

• Experience with Atlassian plugins such as ScriptRunner, Jira Service Management (JSM), and JSU Automation Suite for Jira Workflows.

• Strong knowledge of Jira Query Language (JQL) and automation capabilities.

• Integration development using Java and REST API/other technologies.

• Familiarity with REST API integrations between Jira and other development tools.

• Must be fluent in both written and spoken technical English.

• Outstanding interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

• Quick learner who is passionate about their work and willing to go above and beyond.

• Self-starter who can work cross-functionally with other teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient in administering and integrating Atlassian Confluence.

• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies.

• Experience with Jira Product Discovery

• Familiar with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

• Knowledgeable about Open Services for Lifecycle Collaboration (OSLC) integrations.

• Experienced with IT Service Management (ITSM) frameworks, particularly ITIL.

• Skilled in scripting languages such as Groovy, JavaScript, or Python.

• Experience in Atlassian Confluence administration and integrations.

Competencies:

• Java, Script Runner, Groovy, Java Script

• Atlassian Application Configuration

• Atlassian Application Administration