We are looking for an experienced Atlassian Architect to oversee our Atlassian Delivery Practice, leading a team of skilled Atlassian professionals to deliver high-quality solutions for our clients. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, team leadership, and project delivery experience, ensuring the successful implementation, optimization, and management of Atlassian tools to drive client success.
What you will do:
Leadership & Team Management:
Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Atlassian consultants, administrators, and developers.
Foster a collaborative team environment, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and client needs.
Evaluate team performance, provide feedback, and support individual career development plans.
Project Delivery:
Plan, execute, and oversee multiple Atlassian solution delivery projects across diverse clients.
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and meeting quality standards.
Act as the primary escalation point for project issues, resolving challenges promptly.
Client Engagement:
Collaborate with clients to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
Provide strategic recommendations for leveraging Atlassian tools to enhance productivity and processes.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor.
Solution Architecture & Technical Oversight:
Design and estimate solutions for Atlassian products and platforms such as JIRA, Confluence etc.
Oversee the design, configuration, and implementation of Atlassian tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket.
Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with industry best practices.
Guide the integration of Atlassian tools with other enterprise systems.
Practice Development:
Define and enhance delivery methodologies, frameworks, and tools to improve efficiency and client satisfaction.
Stay updated on Atlassian product developments, trends, and best practices to guide the team.
Drive innovation within the delivery practice, recommending new tools or techniques to enhance services.
Governance & Reporting:
Develop and enforce governance frameworks for consistent delivery of Atlassian solutions.
Monitor project progress, team performance, and financial metrics, reporting outcomes to senior management.
Qualifications and Skills:
13+ years of Atlassian software planning, design, and implementation
7+ years of managerial experience (hiring, leading, managing, coaching, and mentoring resources)
Proven experience leading delivery teams in consulting or professional services.
Strong knowledge of Agile and DevOps principles, with practical experience implementing these methodologies.
Hands-on expertise in Atlassian tool administration, customization, and integration.
Solid understanding of scripting and automation (e.g., Groovy, REST APIs, or equivalent).
Exceptional leadership and people management abilities.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
Analytical mindset with excellent problem-solving skills.
Proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with Atlassian Marketplace apps like ScriptRunner, Insight, and Jira Align.
Background in enterprise architecture frameworks and principles.
Experience in migrating Atlassian tools between on-premises and cloud environments.
Strong client-facing skills, with experience in requirement gathering and solution presentation.
Education and Certifications:
Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
Atlassian Certified Professional (ACP) credentials in Jira Administration, Agile Development, or DevOps.