Atlassian Developer

Nexagen Networks•Frederick, MD

1d•$144,000 - $188,000

About The Position

As the Atlassian Developer , you will join a high-performing team dedicated to excellence, innovation, and mission-critical support. At Nexagen, you will drive technological advancements and help secure our nation’s future. With outstanding benefits and unparalleled growth prospects, you will thrive in our collaborative and innovative environment. Leverage over two decades of industry expertise to drive transformative innovation and deliver exceptional services across diverse government sectors. Nexagen Networks is a trusted partner to the Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies, including the Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Navy, and DHS. With more than 20 years of industry expertise, we deliver exceptional lifecycle professional services spanning Research and Development, Cloud Engineering, Digital Modernization, Systems and Software Engineering, DevSecOps, ITSM, Cybersecurity, Satellite Communication (SATCOM), RMF-FedRAMP, Logistics, Training, Exercises, COMSEC, and IT/Networking. Nexagen Networks is seeking a skilled Cloud Engineer to manage, customize, and maintain the Atlassian Cloud ecosystem (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket) while developing custom solutions to extend platform capabilities. This role supports mission-critical programs operating under U.S. government regulations and security requirements, ensuring the protection of sensitive technical data. The ideal candidate will bring a strong blend of Atlassian administration expertise and development skills, serving as a subject matter expert who drives best practices, automation, and scalable solutions. This role collaborates closely with Space Force engineers, project managers, and development teams to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support enterprise-level cloud operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
3–5 years of hands-on experience administering and managing the Atlassian suite
Experience supporting Atlassian Cloud environments
Atlassian certifications such as Jira Administrator for Cloud (ACP-120) preferred
Ability to maintain an active DoD Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

Deep expertise in Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket, including workflows, projects, screens, fields, and permissions
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Groovy (ScriptRunner), Python, or Java
Strong understanding of Agile frameworks including Scrum and Kanban
Experience with Jira Query Language (JQL) and dashboard/report creation
Familiarity with databases and query languages such as SQL

Responsibilities

Administer and Maintain Atlassian Cloud Environment
Administer, configure, maintain, and upgrade Atlassian tools including Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket
Manage user access, permissions, and role-based controls across projects and spaces
Perform regular updates, patching, backups, and performance tuning to ensure security, compliance, and system integrity
Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and guidance to users
Conduct training sessions and brief teams on new features and best practices
Develop and Extend Atlassian Capabilities
Develop custom plugins, scripts, and integrations using scripting languages such as Groovy or Python
Design, implement, and automate advanced Jira workflows using ScriptRunner and Automation for Jira
Customize workflows, screens, permission schemes, notification schemes, and dashboards
Design, test, and deploy integrations between Atlassian tools and internal systems
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and implement process improvements
Reporting, Documentation, and Optimization
Create and maintain dashboards and reports to provide leadership with real-time metrics and mission status
Document configurations, procedures, and best practices
Analyze current system usage and identify opportunities for optimization and efficiency
Guide stakeholders in leveraging Atlassian tools effectively to support mission objectives