Apex Systems

Jira JSM Developer

⭐ - Featured Role | Apply direct with Data Freelance Hub
This role is for a Jira JSM Developer in Denver, CO or Chicago, IL, with a contract length of over 6 months. Pay rate is competitive. Key skills include extensive Jira experience, automation, ScriptRunner, and REST APIs; Agile knowledge preferred.
🌎 - Country
United States
💱 - Currency
$ USD
-
💰 - Day rate
680
-
🗓️ - Date
August 1, 2026
🕒 - Duration
More than 6 months
-
🏝️ - Location
On-site
-
📄 - Contract
Unknown
-
🔒 - Security
Unknown
-
📍 - Location detailed
Chicago, IL
-
🧠 - Skills detailed
#JavaScript #Groovy #Scrum #Kanban #REST (Representational State Transfer) #Source Code Control #Documentation #Scripting #Jira #.Net #REST API #Leadership #Data Integration #Security #Process Automation #API (Application Programming Interface) #Requirements Gathering #Agile #Automation #Unit Testing #Java #Stories #HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) #AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Role description
Job#: 3044660 Job Description: Title: Atlassian JSM Developer Location: Denver Co or Chicago IL Schedule: 5 days a week onsite • please note that visa sponsorship or c2c (corp-to-corp working engagements) are not available at this time. Job Description This role is suitable for an established Jira Software/Server developer/administrator who is also able to be involved in the planning and execution of process automation efforts. The individual will be performing complex Jira and Jira Service Management workflow development and administration activities with an emphasis on process automation and systems integration. Responsibilities • Contribute to requirements gathering from stakeholders • Configure and maintain Jira Service Management functionality • Develop and maintain complex automation workflows • Develop and maintain field configurations, notifications, issue security and permission schemes, etc. • Develop and maintain ProForma configurations and functionality • Develop and maintain Insight/Assets configurations and functionality • Extend Jira functionality using Atlassian Plugin SDK for Atlassian Server Products and/or ScriptRunner • Develop and maintain functionality to automate administration tasks (user, group, role, schemes, etc.) • Work with partner teams to negotiate and develop upstream and downstream data integrations • Maintain documentation, scripting and/or tooling to aid in promoting configurations across environments • Perform peer work reviews and provide constructive feedback • Follow good SDLC practices including source code control, automated unit testing, automated builds, configuration management, comprehensive documentation, testing and project promotion procedures Mandatory Skills • Extensive experience with Atlassian Jira Software/Server and Jira Service Management Data Center Edition (4+ years) • Extensive experience building Automation for Jira automation rules • Extensive experience building and maintaining Jira security with groups, project roles, issue roles, permission schemes, issue security schemes, etc. • Extensive experience with ScriptRunner, including Groovy Scripting • Experience using/extending Jira REST APIs • Experience with HTML/JavaScript/CSS for user facing customizations • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Excellent attention to detail • Strong problem-solving skills Desired Skills • Experience integrating Jira with downstream reporting solutions • Experience developing Jira Data Center Extensions using Java SDK • Knowledge of software development lifecycle; preferably with Agile, Kanban/Scrum • Experience with cyber security related workflows • .NET Development / REST API integration experience EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178. Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide. Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered. UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems. © 2026 Everforth, Inc. All rights reserved. Everforth Apex Systems is part of the Commercial Segment of Everforth, Inc. NYSE: EFOR 4400 Cox Road Suite 200 Glen Allen, Virginia 23060 Everforth Apex is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected] or 804-523-8228. (Do not submit resumes or solicit consultants to this email address). UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex.