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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Applications Developer/Engineer - **Company:** Eliassen Group - **Location:** Oak Ridge, TN, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $156,000.0 - $176,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** HTML, Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Active Directory, Application Services, Systems Engineering, Confluence, JIRA, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Information Systems, Databases, Custom Software, Data Centers, Programming Tools, Multi-Factor Authentication, Eclipse (Software), IBM Websphere Application Server, Identity and Access Management, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), Microsoft Visual Studio, SQL Azure, Windows Servers, Scrum Methodology, Role-Based Access Control, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Service Pack, Software Engineering, SQL Stored Procedures, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, Management of Software Versions, Web Applications, Enterprise Software Applications, Cloud Platform System, Git, Information Technology, Atlassian Tools, Cloud Migration, Software Version Control - **Published:** September 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/9db8186e-8201-4936-8a4e-d0fe83c25262 ## About the Role Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance., * 10+ years in software development, systems engineering, or application development. * 10+ years with Jira administration, development, and customization. * Expertise with Atlassian Cloud, Jira Data Center, and Confluence Data Center including cloud migration. * Custom development using Java, JavaScript, HTML, and SQL, including stored procedures. * Experience with Azure technologies including Azure App Services, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and Azure DevOps. * Identity and Access Management, including SSO, MFA, SAML, Active Directory, LDAP, identity lifecycle, RBAC, and access governance. * Version control and modern development tools including Git, Eclipse, Visual Studio, and Azure DevOps. * Jira engineering including workflows, JQL, UI customization, Atlassian SDK, Forge development, and plugin development. * Security configuration including SSL/TLS and HSTS, plus remediation of vulnerabilities. * Administration of Windows Server and enterprise system integrations. * Business analysis, project planning, estimation, and stakeholder collaboration. * Leadership of development efforts, code review, testing, and mentoring. * Preferred: Atlassian and Azure certifications, FedRAMP and federal support experience, Agile Scrum with Jira, and experience evaluating and remediating Atlassian CVEs. Education Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent professional experience. ## Description Our client seeks a Senior Applications Developer/Engineer to lead Atlassian-centered enterprise application modernization. The role will drive Jira and Confluence cloud migrations, deliver Identity and Access Management solutions, engineer and administer Jira and Confluence Data Center, and build custom Jira plugins and integrations. The position will also develop Java and Azure .NET applications, integrate with enterprise systems, and provide technical leadership and mentorship for a development team while ensuring secure, scalable, and maintainable solutions., * Lead planning, design, and execution of Jira and Confluence migrations to Atlassian Cloud. * Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain custom Jira applications, plugins, and integrations. * Provide IAM expertise including SSO, MFA, RBAC, authentication, authorization, and directory services integration. * Administer and maintain Jira Data Center and Confluence Data Center environments. * Apply software updates, security patches, and version upgrades for Jira, Confluence, WebSphere, and related platforms. * Build, enhance, and maintain custom Java-based and Azure .NET web applications. * Modernize legacy applications and migrate them to cloud-based architectures. * Integrate Jira with external enterprise systems and third-party tools. * Analyze business requirements and develop technical designs, implementation plans, and documentation. * Troubleshoot complex application, infrastructure, database, and IAM issues. * Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to development team members. * Collaborate with stakeholders, customers, business analysts, and technical teams. * Create and maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and system diagrams. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [The Resilience of the World Wide Web](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1281-the-resilience-of-the-world-wide-web) - [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) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [Let developers develop again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/463-let-developers-develop-again) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)