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JIRA Administrator

Chicago, IL · On-site

Jira Automation Rules & Workflow Automation * Custom Fields, Notifications, Issue Security & Permission Schemes * ProForma Configuration & Management * Jira Insight / Assets Configuration ...

Tror AI for everyone

Jira Administrator

Austin, TX · On-site

Austin, TX - Day 1 Onsite Duration: Long Term Experience: 10+ Years Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Jira Administrator with strong experience in Jira Cloud, Automation, Scripting ...

Sarian, Inc.

JIRA Administrator

Chicago, IL · On-site

JIRA Administrator Mandatory skills: o Extensive experience with Atlassian Jira Software/Server and Jira Service Management Data Center Edition (4+ years) o Extensive experience building Automation ...

H R PUNDITS INC

Jira Administrator

Rolling Meadows, IL · Remote

$60/hr

Jira Administrator (Automation, Scripting & Agentic AI) Location: Remote (Candidate must be available in Mountain Time zone) Key Responsibilities * Jira Platform Administration * Manage and evolve ...

Sarian Solutions

JIRA Administrator

Chicago, IL · On-site

JIRA Administrator Mandatory skills: o Extensive experience with Atlassian Jira Software/Server and Jira Service Management Data Center Edition (4+ years) o Extensive experience building Automation ...

Resourcesys

Jira Administrator

Bridgewater, NJ · On-site

Experience with Confluence, Jira Automation, REST APIs, ScriptRunner, Azure DevOps, GitHub, or ServiceNow integrations * Atlassian or Smartsheet certifications * Experience in pharmaceutical or ...

Core Specialty

JIRA Administrator

Cincinnati, OH · Hybrid

Configure JIRA workflows, custom fields, permission schemes, notification schemes, SLAs, and automation rules. * Implement and customize JIRA Service Management (JSM) request types, queues, portals ...

Core Specialty

JIRA Administrator

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

Configure JIRA workflows, custom fields, permission schemes, notification schemes, SLAs, and automation rules. * Implement and customize JIRA Service Management (JSM) request types, queues, portals ...

Apar Technologies

Jira Support Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$52.25 - $68.50/hr

This role requires strong Jira administration capabilities, including automation and scripting, along with solid organizational and communication skills to ensure smooth operations and user support.

Apex Systems

Jira JSM Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

Develop and maintain complex automation workflows * Develop and maintain field configurations ... Extend Jira functionality using Atlassian Plugin SDK for Atlassian Server Products and/or ...

Apex Systems

Jira JSM Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$96.60 - $137.59/hr

Develop and maintain complex automation workflows* Develop and maintain field configurations ... Extend Jira functionality using Atlassian Plugin SDK for Atlassian Server Products and/or ...

Akira Technologies Inc.

Jira Administrator

Washington, DC · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

Familiarity with scripting and automation tools (e.g., Jira Automation, ScriptRunner) to enhance functionality. * Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with a strong focus on attention ...

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How much do jira automation jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for jira automation in the United States is $116,607.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,500.00 and $139,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Jira Automation vs Jira Administrator?

AspectJira AutomationJira Administrator
Primary RoleConfiguring and managing automation rules within JiraManaging overall Jira system, user permissions, workflows
Skills NeededKnowledge of Jira automation rules, scripting, troubleshootingAdmin skills, user management, system configuration
CertificationsJira Software Administrator, Atlassian certificationsJira Administrator certifications, Atlassian certifications
Work EnvironmentTypically part of a Jira or DevOps team, focused on automation tasksSystem administration team, managing Jira instances

Jira Automation specialists focus on creating and maintaining automation rules to streamline workflows, while Jira Administrators oversee the entire Jira environment, including user management and system configuration. Both roles require Atlassian certifications and work closely within Jira-centric teams, but their scope and responsibilities differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Jira Automation job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 93% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,607 per year, or $56.1 per hour.

JIRA Administrator

Northern Base

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Hiring Alert | JIRA Administrator
Location: Chicago, IL (Onsite)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 8–10 Years
Visa Type: USC / GC Only

Must-Have Skills:
• Jira Service Management Configuration & Administration
• Atlassian Jira Administration (8+ Years)
• Jira Workflow Design & Configuration
• Jira Automation Rules & Workflow Automation
• Custom Fields, Notifications, Issue Security & Permission Schemes
• ProForma Configuration & Management
• Jira Insight / Assets Configuration & Administration
• ScriptRunner & Atlassian Plugin SDK
• Jira User, Group, Role & Security Administration
• REST/API Integrations & Enterprise Application Integrations
• SDLC Processes, Source Control & Configuration Management
• Testing, Deployment Processes & Documentation

Preferred Experience:
• 8+ years of experience as a JIRA Administrator / Atlassian Administrator
• Strong enterprise Jira Service Management experience
• Experience managing large-scale Jira environments and integrations
• Experience with workflow optimization and automation solutions

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field preferred.