Jira Engineer (Kindly Apply Only W2 Candidates)

Jira Engineer (Kindly Apply Only W2 Candidates) Jira Engineer (Kindly Apply Only W2 Candidates) Direct message the job poster from Tekgence Inc - 5-7 years of professional experience in Jira engineering roles. - Expertise in JQL (Jira Query Language) and advanced dashboard configurations. - Hands-on experience with ScriptRunner, Automation for Jira, or equivalent plugins. - Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum/Kanban/SAFe). - Experience working in enterprise-scale banking or financial projects is a strong plus. - Ability to interpret complex business requirements into technical Jira solutions. Responsibilities: - Design and implement complex Jira dashboards, leveraging JQL and scripting tools (e.g., ScriptRunner) for advanced reporting. - Collaborate with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, and Engineers to automate workflows and optimize Jira usage across agile teams. - Develop custom fields, filters, and views that reflect program-level delivery metrics (velocity, throughput, lead time). - Support integration of Jira with other tools (e.g., Confluence, Bitbucket, Jenkins). - Translate business KPIs into visual reports and enable scalable tracking methods. - Proactively identify and resolve inefficiencies within Jira board configurations or agile workflows. Required Experience: - 5-7 years of professional experience in Jira engineering roles. - Expertise in JQL (Jira Query Language) and advanced dashboard configurations. - Hands-on experience with ScriptRunner, Automation for Jira, or equivalent plugins. - Strong understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum/Kanban/SAFe). - Experience working in enterprise-scale banking or financial projects is a strong plus. - Ability to interpret complex business requirements into technical Jira solutions. Core Requirements: - 10 years of overall experience, banking industry specific - 5-7 years of hands-on experience configuring Jira projects, workflows, custom fields, screens, and permissions. - Proficiency in JQL & Advanced Dashboards - In-depth ability to write complex JQL queries and build dynamic dashboards that support Agile metrics (velocity, burndown, throughput, cycle time). - Scripting Experience (ScriptRunner or Equivalent) - Experience creating Jira automation, validators, conditions, and scripted fields using tools like ScriptRunner or Automation for Jira. - Agile Methodology Understanding - Solid grasp of Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe frameworks, with a proven track record of supporting Agile delivery in Jira for cross-functional teams. - Banking/Financial Domain Experience (Preferred) - Prior exposure to Agile transformation or tracking in regulated, large-scale environments (e.g., banks or financial services firms). Advanced JQL & Scripting: - Strong skills in JQL for reporting and dashboarding; proficient with ScriptRunner or Jira Automation for custom functions. Tool Integrations: - Proven experience integrating Jira with GitHub, OpenShift (CaaS), Jenkins, Bitbucket, and Confluence to support CI/CD visibility. Agile Delivery Support: -Solid understanding of Scrum, Kanban, SAFe frameworks; able to translate Agile metrics (velocity, lead time, burndown) into actionable dashboards. -Prior work in banking or regulated enterprises; comfortable aligning Jira structures with governance and compliance needs. Preferred Background: Degree in CS/IT, certifications like SAFe Agilist; strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement in distributed team setups. Nice to have: - Custom Jira Plugin Development - Cross-Platform Agile Tool Migration Expertise Thanks & Regards, Desk: 848-209-8329 Email:shekar@| Website: (E-verify) Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Contract Job function Job function Other Industries IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Tekgence Inc by 2x Get notified about new Software Engineer jobs in Quincy, MA . Boston, MA $150,000.00-$175,000.00 2 months ago Software Developer - Full stack/back-end Boston, MA $190,000.00-$220,000.00 4 weeks ago Boston, MA $150,000.00-$180,000.00 2 weeks ago Boston, MA $110,000.00-$140,000.00 2 months ago Boston, MA $120,000.00-$240,000.00 1 month ago Bedford, MA $100,000.00-$120,000.00 2 days ago Senior Software Engineer, Backend - Fintech Boston, MA $74,000.00-$140,000.00 1 day ago AI Engineer (remote greater Boston area) Boston, MA $150,000.00-$175,000.00 3 weeks ago Greater Boston $150,000.00-$250,000.00 4 days ago We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr