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GlobalLogic

WI · On-site

$105 - $115/hr

Position Overview We are seeking a highly experienced and product-focused Atlassian Developer specializing in Jira Cloud Forge. This is a dedicated development role centered on building, securing ...

Virtusa Corporation

Senior Consultant

Tampa, FL · On-site

"Altasssian Jira Developer experience, Atlassian Forge, Atlassian Connect, and REST API, Groovy or Python Scripting, JCMA (Jira Cloud Migration Assistant)"DTCC- Non OMAI Atlassian Developer or JIRA ...

Lucid Motors

Software Developer

Newark, CA · On-site

We own production Python pipelines, a multi-program executive analytics suite, a growing portfolio of Atlassian Forge applications used daily across the engineering organization, and the Jira and ...

Atlassian

Solutions Engineer, Mid Market

Your future team Atlassian is looking for a Pre-Sales Solutions Engineer for our Mid-Market ... Atlassian being the right decision * Proactively forge strong partnerships with aligned account ...

CrowdStrike

Atlassian Cloud Architect (Remote)

$66.50 - $84.75/hr

Integrate Atlassian products with external DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines via REST APIs and ... Rovo and Forge development expertise * Enterprise architecture background #LI-NA1 #LI-Remote ...

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How much do atlassian forge developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for atlassian forge developer in the United States is $61.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55.29 and $68.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Atlassian Forge developer?

Atlassian Forge Developers are professionals who design, build, and maintain custom applications and integrations on the Atlassian Forge platform. Forge is a cloud-based development platform provided by Atlassian that allows developers to extend and customize products like Jira and Confluence securely. These developers use Forge’s serverless infrastructure, APIs, and UI components to solve business needs and automate workflows within the Atlassian ecosystem. Their work helps organizations tailor Atlassian tools to fit unique processes and requirements.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an Atlassian Forge developer?

To thrive as an Atlassian Forge Developer, you need strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, REST APIs, and a solid understanding of Atlassian's cloud ecosystem, with experience in web development and familiarity with Atlassian products like Jira and Confluence. Expertise in using Atlassian Forge platform, Atlassian Connect framework, and relevant certifications such as Atlassian Certified Expert are highly beneficial. Problem-solving, creativity, and effective communication are essential soft skills for building scalable, user-friendly applications and collaborating with stakeholders. These skills and qualities are crucial for delivering secure, efficient, and impactful solutions tailored to Atlassian's cloud environments.

What are common challenges faced when developing apps on the Atlassian Forge platform?

One of the main challenges Atlassian Forge Developers face is adapting to Forge’s serverless architecture, which differs from traditional app development environments. Developers need to be mindful of the platform’s permission models and API rate limits, ensuring their apps remain performant and secure. Additionally, collaborating closely with product managers and QA engineers is essential to ensure that apps meet both business requirements and Atlassian’s marketplace guidelines. Staying updated with Forge’s evolving features and limitations is also important for long-term success.
Infographic showing various Atlassian Forge Developer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 60% In-person, and 40% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,901 per year, or $61.5 per hour.

Atlassian Developer (Jira Cloud Forge Specialist)

Saransh Inc

Kansas, KS • Remote

$57.50 - $78.75/hr

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Job description

Role: Atlassian Developer (Jira Cloud Forge Specialist)
Location: Frisco, TX (OR) Kansas (Remote)
Job Type: Contract
 
Mandatory areas:
Must have skills:
  • 7yrs of exp – Atlassian
  • 7yrs of exp – Forge
  • 5yrs of exp – Jira
 
Overview:
  • We are seeking a highly experienced and product-focused Atlassian Developer specializing in Jira Cloud Forge.
  • This is a dedicated development role centered on building, securing, and scaling complex custom applications and integrations that extend the core capabilities of Jira Cloud for enterprise use.
  • The ideal candidate is a hands-on professional who can immediately contribute to the architecture, design, and implementation of new business solutions
NOTE:
This position requires deep, proven expertise in the Forge development framework and is not suited for developers without direct experience or Jira administrators seeking a development transition.

Key Responsibilities:
Forge Application Development & Architecture Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and secure Jira Cloud applications exclusively using the Atlassian Forge framework and APIs.
Architect and implement native Forge modules, including Custom UI/React components, Global Pages, Contextual Gadgets/Panels, Custom Fields, and advanced Workflow Validators/Post-Functions.
Effectively utilize Forge platform primitives, including Forge Storage, Custom Fetch, Web Triggers, Resolvers, Queues, and Event-Driven Functions to handle complex, asynchronous business logic.
Apply best-practice secure coding standards and scalable API design principles to all application development. Integration & Platform Expertise Integrate Jira Cloud with external SaaS platforms and internal services using the Jira REST APIs and secure outbound connections via Forge.
Develop custom business logic, validation rules, and workflow extensions that precisely meet specific organizational requirements.
Provide advanced technical support and performance tuning for custom Jira Cloud applications, configurations, and integrations.
Collaboration & Delivery Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define technical solutions, and ensure alignment with strategic business objectives.
Document technical designs, deployment procedures, and testing plans for all custom solutions.
 
 
Required Technical Expertise Forge Mastery:
Proven, hands-on experience in architecting and deploying multiple Jira Cloud applications using the Atlassian Forge framework.
 
Core Languages:
Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript.
Frontend: Deep experience building interfaces using React (Custom UI) or the Forge UI Kit. Platform Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of the Jira Cloud platform, including the configuration layer (Issue Types, Screens, Field Contexts, Workflow Schemes, and advanced Permissions). APIs & Data: Strong familiarity with the Jira Cloud REST APIs and leveraging data effectively within Forge applications. Architecture: Solid knowledge of Forge authentication mechanisms, asynchronous processing, and event handling within the Atlassian platform ecosystem.
Quality: Ability to design, implement, and test performant, maintainable, and reusable code solutions.
 
Preferred Attributes (Nice to Have)
Experience with legacy scripting in Server/Data Center (e.g., Groovy/ScriptRunner, Power Scripts/SIL) to support migration or comparative analysis.
Familiarity with Jira Expressions for dynamic condition and validation logic.
Working knowledge of SQL for understanding data structures and supporting external reporting efforts.
Familiarity with modern deployment practices (CI/CD, version control via Git).
Cultural Fit Self-Starter: A highly proactive individual with a passion for innovation and continuous skill development in a rapidly evolving platform.
Communication: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to translate complex business needs into clear, actionable technical specifications and vice-versa.
Delivery Focus: Proven track record of delivering high-quality, stable, and user-centric Jira customizations in a large-scale enterprise environment.