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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Atlassian Developer - **Company:** CAI, Inc. - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $140,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Confluence, JIRA, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Information Technology Operations, Scrum Methodology, Test Management, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools, Marketplace - **Published:** September 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/1E0A454FB5FE4D4A9BF081D749615D10/job/ ## About the Role * Minimum of 4 years of experience working with Atlassian products in a configuration, development, or administration capacity * Strong expertise in Jira configuration including spaces, workflows, schemes, screens, custom fields, and automation flows * Demonstrated experience designing and implementing Jira Service Management spaces, customer portals, queues, and SLA configurations * Proficiency in Confluence administration, space configuration, and documentation best practices * Ability to participate effectively in requirements discussions and translate business needs into technical solutions * Excellent communication skills with ability to collaborate across technical and business teams * Ability to work independently in a remote setting while managing multiple priorities and deadlines Preferred: * Experience with ScriptRunner for Jira Cloud, including Behaviours, listeners, and scripts * Experience with Jira Product Discovery for product management and roadmapping * Experience with Zephyr for test management * Experience configuring third-party Marketplace apps, including Rich Filters, Structure PPM by Tempo, Checklists for Jira, Templating.app, and similar platform extensions * Experience with capacity and resource planning functionality and the Marketplace apps that support it * Minimum of 2 relevant Atlassian certifications such as ACP-620, ACP-610, ACP-120, or similar * Experience in a staffing, professional services, or SLED-focused organization * Familiarity with SOC 2 compliance requirements * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field Physical Demands * Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards * Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc. * Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor ## Description We are looking for a Senior Atlassian Developer to design, configure, and optimize CAI's Atlassian platform to support operational excellence and CAI's future growth. This position will be full-time and remote . What You'll Do * Configure and build Jira spaces, workflows, schemes, and automation flows aligned with CAI design standards and enterprise architecture guidelines * Design and implement JSM spaces, customer portals, queues, and SLA configurations to support service delivery requirements * Participate in requirements gathering sessions with business stakeholders and technical teams, contributing to the translation of operational needs into Atlassian configurations * Build and maintain custom fields, screens, and advanced configurations to extend platform capabilities * Ensure consistent implementation of naming conventions, permission schemes, and governance standards across all Atlassian products * Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior developers on Atlassian best practices, configuration patterns, and troubleshooting techniques * Participate in agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives * Conduct code reviews and configuration reviews to maintain quality and adherence to standards * Document technical specifications, configuration decisions, and operational procedures in Confluence * Collaborate with CAI's Enterprise Architecture and IT Operations teams to ensure solutions align with broader technology strategy * Support user acceptance testing and iterate on configurations based on stakeholder feedback * Interface with stakeholders to ensure business needs are delivered in accordance with strategic direction, project expectations, and business priority ## Related Videos - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Are Code Reviews Worth It? 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