Remote Jira Admin

Post Date

Jun 28, 2023

Location

Plainsboro,
New Jersey

ZIP/Postal Code

08536
US
Jun 24, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Computer Engineering

Req #

NNJ-633890

Pay Rate

$40 - $60 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Jira Administrator to work remotely for a client in the pharmaceutical space. The Jira Administrator's primary responsibility is to configure ServiceNow ticketing system to enhance Jira workflows. This individual must be able to develop complex/custom dashboards using various filter types in Jira, construct Confluence pages that integrate with Jira projects, perform Atlassian installations, migrations, and plugin installations and manage user access for various Jira platforms for 500+ end users. The work will take place within a highly-matrixed, cross-functional agile environment and candidates must possess strong critical thinking skills and an independent, solution-based mentality to succeed. This role also requires excellent written and verbal communication to manage relationships with key stakeholders across the organization.

Required Skills & Experience

5+ years' experience as a Jira Admin / Atlassian Admin

Ability to develop custom JIRA dashboards with complex schemas

Strong operational knowledge of Jira integrations with ServiceNow and Confluence

Strong experience working with Jira Cloud / Atlassian Cloud in addition to on-prem

Experience managing access controls for single sign-on, group creation, license management, etc. (LDAP and Azure access control preferred)

Ability to work independently within a dynamic agile environment

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, proven stakeholder management

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Has configured Jira to be compatible with GxP compliance in the pharma/life sciences space

Experience with ServiceNow Integration Hub

Knowledge of basic DevOps principles like Git, Copado, Slack, Smartsheets, etc.

Understanding of SQL and other databases

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.