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Spruce Infotech

Jira Admin

Lake Forest, IL · On-site

The Jira Administrator will also provide targeted input on licensing and configuration decisions to ... Configure and administer Jira to support project tracking, workflows, repositories, and test case ...

Syntricate Technologies

JIRA Admin

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

Serve as the primary Jira administrator by configuring projects, custom fields, workflows, dashboards, filters, and permission schemes to meet evolving team needs. * Manage integrations between Jira ...

Syntricate Technologies

JIRA Admin

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

Serve as the primary Jira administrator by configuring projects, custom fields, workflows, dashboards, filters, and permission schemes to meet evolving team needs. * Manage integrations between Jira ...

krg technology inc

Jira Admin

Chanhassen, MN

... custom, complex projects, workflows, security schemes, custom fields, dashboards and reports ... JIRA Admin peer and cross-functional agile teams to provide JIRA guidance, suggestions and ...

krg technology inc

Jira Admin

Deerfield, IL

Administer the JIRA instances on a day to day basis including performance tuning/scaling the ... Create complex JIRA workflows including project workflows, screen schemes, permission scheme and ...

TechnoConsulting

Jira Admin

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Jira Admin Location: San Francisco, CA Duration: 12 Months Client: SAP * Installing, configuring ... Research and provide recommendations on Atlassian products & plug-ins to support project objectives

TechnoConsulting

Jira Admin

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Jira Admin Location: San Francisco, CA Duration: 12 Months Client: SAP * Installing, configuring ... Research and provide recommendations on Atlassian products & plug-ins to support project objectives

MANTECH

JIRA Administrator

Washington, DC · On-site

The JIRA Administrator will bridge the gap between cybersecurity compliance and technical execution ... Agile Project Coordinator within a technical environment. * Expert-level proficiency with JIRA ...

MANTECH

JIRA Administrator

Washington, DC · On-site

The JIRA Administrator will bridge the gap between cybersecurity compliance and technical execution ... Agile Project Coordinator within a technical environment. * Expert-level proficiency with JIRA ...

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How much do jira project administrator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for jira project administrator in the United States is $28.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.88 and $33.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Jira Project Administrator vs Jira Software Developer?

AspectJira Project AdministratorJira Software Developer
Primary RoleManage Jira projects, configure workflows, permissions, and user accessDevelop and customize software applications, write code, and implement features
Required SkillsJira administration, project management, basic scriptingProgramming languages, software development, version control
Work EnvironmentIT teams, project management, Agile/Scrum teamsDevelopment teams, software engineering projects
CertificationsJira Administration certifications, Atlassian certificationsProgramming certifications, Agile certifications

While Jira Project Administrators focus on configuring and managing Jira tools to support project workflows, Jira Software Developers primarily work on coding and developing software solutions. Both roles often collaborate within Agile teams but serve different functions in project execution and technical development.

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Infographic showing various Jira Project Administrator job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, and 7% Part Time. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $60,230 per year, or $29 per hour.

Jira Admin

Lake Forest, IL • On-site

Spruce Infotech
IT Services • 1 - 10 employees
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Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

The organization has already established the Jira instance and integrated it with existing authentication systems (SSO/MFA). This role will be primarily hands-on, responsible for configuring Jira to meet immediate business needs while ensuring the platform is structured for scalability and usability. The Jira Administrator will also provide targeted input on licensing and configuration decisions to help balance desired functionality with efficient cost management.
Key Responsibilities
  • Configure and administer Jira to support project tracking, workflows, repositories, and test case management
  • Translate stakeholder requirements into practical Jira configurations, including workflows, issue types, fields, and permissions
  • Design and implement dashboards, boards, and reporting structures to support team visibility and delivery tracking
  • Establish foundational standards for project setup, naming conventions, and usage to promote consistency
  • Collaborate with IT, development, QA, and business teams to align Jira functionality with delivery processes
  • Provide input on Jira licensing, feature utilization, and configuration approaches to support cost-effective usage
  • Support user onboarding and provide guidance to teams adopting Jira for the first time
  • Troubleshoot issues and make iterative improvements during initial rollout
  • Document configurations and setup decisions to support ongoing administration and scalability

Required Skills & Experience
  • Hands-on experience administering and configuring Jira in enterprise or mid-sized environments
  • Strong knowledge of Jira workflows, schemes, permissions, and project configurations
  • Experience standing up or significantly reconfiguring Jira environments
  • Ability to balance speed of delivery with scalable, maintainable configuration decisions
  • Familiarity with Agile methodologies and Jira use cases (Scrum, Kanban)
  • Experience working with integrated tools such as Confluence or source control systems
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
  • Effective communication skills for working with technical and non-technical stakeholders

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