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Jira Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Stefanini is looking for a Jira Developer, Dearborn, MI (Onsite) For quick apply, please reach out Lovkesh Bharti at 248 727 2506/lovkesh.bharti@stefanini.com Seeking Jira Developer responsible for ...

Stefanini is looking for a Jira Developer, Dearborn, MI (Onsite) For quick apply, please reach out Lovkesh Bharti at / Seeking Jira Developer responsible for designing, developing, testing and ...

Jira Developer

Dearborn, MI · On-site

$84 - $91/hr

Stefanini is looking for a Jira Developer, Dearborn, MI (Onsite) Jira Developer Dearborn,MI Posted:8/25/2026 Seeking Jira Developer responsible for designing, developing, testing and maintaining ...

Stefanini is looking for a Jira Developer, Dearborn, MI (Onsite) For quick apply, please reach out Lovkesh Bharti at 248 727 2506/lovkesh.bharti@stefanini.com Seeking Jira Developer responsible for ...

Stefanini is looking for a Jira Developer, Dearborn, MI (Onsite) For quick apply, please reach out Lovkesh Bharti at 248 727 2506/lovkesh.bharti@stefanini.com Seeking Jira Developer responsible for ...

Internal Project Manager

Livonia, MI · On-site

$80K - $95K/yr

Jira & Atlassian Suite Administration * Serve as the primary Jira administrator -- configure and maintain projects, boards, workflows, screens, issue types, permissions, and automation rules.

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How much do jira jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for jira in Michigan is $42.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.89 and $53.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Jira?

A Jira job typically refers to a role that involves managing, configuring, or using Jira, a popular project management and issue-tracking tool developed by Atlassian. Professionals in these roles may work as Jira Administrators, Jira Analysts, or Jira Developers, focusing on workflow customization, automation, and system integrations. They support teams in tracking tasks, managing Agile projects, and ensuring smooth collaboration within organizations.

What are the typical day-to-day responsibilities of a Jira administrator?

As a Jira Administrator, your daily responsibilities often include configuring workflows, managing user permissions, troubleshooting system issues, and implementing plugin updates or integrations. You will regularly collaborate with project managers, software development teams, and IT staff to gather requirements and optimize Jira projects for team productivity. Additionally, you may be expected to provide end-user support, conduct training sessions, and maintain system documentation. This role requires a proactive approach to ensure the platform evolves alongside the organization’s processes and needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Jira position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Jira Administrator, you need strong expertise in project management processes, configuration of Jira software, and a deep understanding of Agile methodologies. Proficiency with Jira administration, Atlassian tools, scripting (such as Groovy), and relevant certifications like Atlassian Certified Jira Administrator are highly valuable. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills help you collaborate and support diverse teams. These competencies ensure that Jira is optimized for workflow efficiency and meets the evolving needs of the organization.

What are the most commonly searched types of Jira jobs in Michigan?

The most popular types of Jira jobs in Michigan are:

What cities in Michigan are hiring for Jira jobs?

Cities in Michigan with the most Jira job openings:

Infographic showing various Jira job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 9% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 78% Physical, 9% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,643 per year, or $42.6 per hour.

Jira Developer

Stefanini Group

Dearborn, MI • On-site

Contractor

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

Stefanini Group is hiring!

Stefanini is looking for a Jira Developer, Dearborn, MI (Onsite)

For quick apply, please reach out Lovkesh Bharti at 248 727 2506/lovkesh.bharti@stefanini.com


Seeking Jira Developer responsible for designing, developing, testing and maintaining software applications and products to meet customer needs. They are involved in the entire software development lifecycle including designing software architecture, writing code, testing for quality and deploying the software to meet customer requirements. Full-stack software engineering roles, who can develop all components of software including user interface and server side also fall within this job function.

Responsibilities

  • Engage with customers to deeply understand their use-cases, pain points, and requirements, showcasing empathy and advocating for user-centric software solutions.
  • Solve complex problems by designing, developing, and delivering using various tools, languages, frameworks, methodologies (like agile) and technologies.
  • Assess the requirements of the software application or service and determine the most suitable technology stack, integration method, deployment strategy, etc.
  • Create high-level software architecture designs that outline the overall structure, components, and interfaces of the application.
  • Collaborate with cross functional teams like product owners, designers, architects etc.
  • Define and implement software test strategy, guidelines, policies and processes in line with organization vision, industry regulations and market best practices.
  • Work on continuously improving performance and optimizing the application and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency.
  • Familiar with programming practices, such as test-driven development, continuous integration, and continuous delivery.
  • Support security practices to safeguard user data including encryption and anonymization.
  • Create user-friendly and interactive interfaces.
  • Develop and maintain back-end applications like APIs and microservices using server-side languages.
  • Evaluate and incorporate emerging technologies and capabilities to deliver their solutions, and are monitoring and participating in solutions for new stack layers, often involving industry collaboration.

Experience Required

  • Minimum 4+ years in development.
  • Experience with Jira & Java

Experience Preferred

  • 8+ years of experience with Atlassian suite of tools, primarily JIRA, Atlassian Analytics and Confluence both a configuration standpoint and customization aspect.
  • 5+ years of experience with Agile software development/FLOW Framework. Utilize your knowledge of Agile principles to ensure Atlassian solutions support iterative development and continuous improvement.
  • Proficient experience utilizing JavaScript, JSP, SQL, Python and other programming languages. You will possess a diverse skillset to address various technical challenges.
  • Excellent scripting skills (e.g., Python, Groovy) to automate workflows and integrations including plugins.
  • Familiar with Configuration Management and CI Tools, such as Jenkins, SonarQube, Maven etc. Integrate Atlassian solutions with your existing development toolchain for a seamless workflow.
  • Experience with integrating Atlassian products with other enterprise systems (e.g., CRM, ERP) is a plus.
  • Experience integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) with Jira to enable intelligent ticket classification, summarization, recommendation systems, and conversational interfaces.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and troubleshoot Atlassian related issues.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Collaborate closely with different working streams and engineers. Maintain strong communication and understanding of cross-functional team needs to ensure Atlassian solutions align with broader business objectives.
  • Ability to break down complex problems into actionable steps and get things done in a rapidly changing environment. You will be a problem-solver who can navigate evolving requirements and adapt solutions as needed.
  • Ability to plan, prioritize, and support multiple concurrent projects. Manage your workload effectively and deliver results on time.

Education Required

  • Bachelor's Degree

Education Preferred

  • Master's Degree

**Listed salary ranges may vary based on experience, qualifications, and local market. Also, some positions may include bonuses or other incentives***

Stefanini takes pride in hiring top talent and developing relationships with our future employees. Our talent acquisition teams will never make an offer of employment without having a phone conversation with you. Those face-to-face conversations will involve a description of the job for which you have applied. We also speak with you about the process, including interviews and job offers.

About Stefanini Group

The Stefanini Group is a global provider of offshore, onshore and near shore outsourcing, IT digital consulting, systems integration, application, and strategic staffing services to Fortune 1000 enterprises around the world. Our presence is in countries like the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia, and more than four hundred clients across a broad spectrum of markets, including financial services, manufacturing, telecommunications, chemical services, technology, public sector, and utilities. Stefanini is a CMM level 5, IT consulting company with a global presence. We are a CMM Level 5 company.

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