Atlassian Jira & Confluence Specialist (Relocation to Spain) at Remote Recruitment

, , South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Atlassian Jira, Confluence, Agile Methodologies, Automation, CI/CD Pipelines, Governance, User Support, Documentation, X-Ray, ScriptRunner, Insight, Problem-Solving, Communication, Analytical Thinking, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Architecture

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Job Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Atlassian Jira & Confluence Specialist to join a dynamic UK-based organisation driving digital transformation and agile excellence. This pivotal role supports enterprise-level users by optimising Jira Software, Jira Service Management, and Confluence to align with Agile practices and business objectives. You’ll play a strategic and hands-on role, blending technical configuration with user support, governance, and continuous improvement. If you're passionate about automation, collaboration tools, and enterprise-scale impact, this is the opportunity to elevate your career. Key ResponsibilitiesJira Administration & Configuration Configure, maintain, and optimize Jira Software and Jira Service Management environments. Design complex workflows, permission schemes, screen configurations, and issue types. Create advanced automation rules to streamline operations and reduce manual effort. Manage integrations with CI/CD pipelines, code repositories, and ITSM platforms. Monitor and maintain system performance, security, and stability. Confluence Management & Optimisation Administer Confluence spaces, permissions, templates, and content structures. Promote standardized documentation through reusable templates and governance. Ensure high-quality, accessible, and consistent knowledge management practices. Lead efforts to structure Confluence content aligned with business needs. Consulting, Support & Training Act as a trusted advisor for Agile, product, and IT teams on Jira and Confluence best practices. Deliver workshops, user training, and knowledge-sharing sessions. Resolve escalated configuration issues and complex incidents. Support teams in aligning Atlassian tools with Agile and ITSM frameworks. Automation, Governance & Continuous Improvement Establish governance models and enforce platform standards and best practices. Manage and optimize Atlassian Marketplace apps such as: X-Ray for test management ScriptRunner for advanced automation Insight/Assets for CMDB and asset management Automation for Jira, BigPicture, and other planning tools Collaborate with compliance, security, and enterprise architecture teams. Emerging Capabilities & AI Integration Explore and propose opportunities using Atlassian Rovo and AI-driven features. Leverage intelligent automation and documentation tools to drive productivity. Continuously scan for innovations to improve user experience and reduce overhead. Qualifications and ExperienceEducation & Experience 3–5+ years of experience administering Jira and Confluence in enterprise environments. Experience working in regulated industries (finance, telecom, insurance, etc.). Familiarity with Agile methodologies, SAFe, and digital transformation initiatives. Technical Skills Advanced Jira configuration including workflows, schemes, and automation. Deep understanding of Confluence administration and content structures. Experience with key apps: X-Ray, ScriptRunner, Automation for Jira, Insight. Comfortable working with Atlassian Cloud and/or Data Center deployments. Familiarity with DevOps tools, APIs, and CI/CD pipelines is advantageous. Additional Requirements Willing to relocate to Spain Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong analytical thinking, user empathy, and proactive problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

The specialist will configure and optimize Jira Software and Confluence while providing user support and governance. They will also lead training sessions and ensure best practices are followed across teams.