JIRA Administrator, Analyst

Company Profile

At Sand Cherry Associates, we excel in the design and delivery of strategic customer-centric initiatives through digitally-native, data-empowered solutions. Our client’s confidence in us is centered on exceptionally skilled, high-energy talent working with the support of the full Sand Cherry team. Finding the right match for this role is a critical aspect of continuing that success.

Overview

We are looking for a JIRA Administrator, Analyst to collaborate with cross-functional teams and oversee the configuration, customization, administration, and maintenance of a JIRA implementation. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has experience with JIRA workflows, set ups and optimization and can ensure the effective and efficient use of the system, while meeting the evolving needs of the business.This is a 3 months+ remote opportunity on a 1099 basis. Qualified candidates must reside in the United States and be fully authorized to work without requiring visa sponsorship.

Duties & Responsibilities

Manage and maintain JIRA projects, workflows, dashboards, and reports

Customize JIRA workflows, fields, screens, and permissions

Develop and maintain JIRA integrations with other systems and tools

Train and support users on JIRA and related tools

Provide technical guidance and support to JIRA users

Manage user access to JIRA and other systems through Active Directory

Monitor system performance and manage upgrades and patching as necessary

Consistently demonstrate informed judgement and system knowledge

Succesfully collaborate with internal teams to drive change and facilitate cooperation among cross functional groups

Proven ability to work in large, enterprise environments and communicate effectively with stakeholders

Desired Skills and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Minimum of 3+ years of experience as a JIRA Administrator or Expert

Experience with Jira on the Cloud is required

Extensive experience managing and configuring JIRA, Agile methodologies, and associated add-ons/plugins

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills

Knowledge of Git, Jenkins, and other development tools would be a plus

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively

Compensation

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Sand Cherry Associates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and delivery model. This is a short term consulting engagement (six months+) on 1099 with an hourly range of $60-75/hr. Years of experience, level of education, geographic location, unique skills/qualifications for the specific role and potential certifications can be key factors in the final compensation for this role.

Our team is unique — we are passionate about what we do. At Sand Cherry, our Consultants know they are impacting and shaping our clients’ industries. We recognize our employees for their contributions. Our culture is one of the most friendly and communicative in the consulting industry. Sand Cherry is not a top-heavy organization. We offer the opportunity to be part of a digital workforce. Discover the experience that only comes with self-responsibility in the workplace. Our team members manage their own workloads and are expected to deliver exceptional work for our clients. Professional career growth is one of our main priorities, as we affirm that investing in our Consultants and empowering our people will also deliver the best results and value for our clients.