The Opportunity: We are seeking an experienced Jira & Confluence Migration Specialist to lead the migration of our client’s Atlassian tools (Jira and Confluence) from a Data Center environment to Atlassian Cloud (SaaS). The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in planning, executing, and managing similar migrations, with a deep understanding of Atlassian tools, cloud architecture, and best practices for ensuring a seamless transition. This role requires strong technical expertise, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Role: Migration Specialist
Experience: 6-9 Years
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Duration: 12+ Months Contract

Key Responsibilities:

Plan, execute, and manage the migration of Jira and Confluence from Data Center to Atlassian Cloud (SaaS).
Analyze existing Atlassian environments and develop migration strategies to minimize downtime and ensure data integrity.
Utilize Atlassian migration tools (e.g., Jira Cloud Migration Assistant, Confluence Cloud Migration Assistant) to facilitate smooth transitions.
Configure and optimize Jira and Confluence Cloud for performance, security, and scalability.
Identify and resolve compatibility issues with third-party plugins and integrations.
Implement best practices for cloud-based administration, user management, and access controls.
Work with identity providers (e.g., Okta, Azure AD) to configure Single Sign-On (SSO) and authentication mechanisms.
Troubleshoot technical challenges and provide support to end-users throughout the migration process.
Collaborate with stakeholders to document processes, best practices, and lessons learned.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Proven experience migrating Jira and Confluence from Data Center to Atlassian Cloud (SaaS).
Strong understanding of Jira and Confluence architecture, configurations, and administration.
Hands-on experience with Atlassian migration tools.
In-depth knowledge of Atlassian Cloud features, limitations, and best practices.
Experience with system administration, APIs, and CI/CD pipelines.
Familiarity with AWS, Linux environments, and cloud-based infrastructure.
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Technologent is an Equal Opportunity Employer -- EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled -- for reasonable accommodations, please contact us at hr@technologent.com

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