Job Description We are seeking a highly experienced and product-focused Atlassian Developer specializing in Jira Cloud Forge. This is a dedicated development role centered on building, securing, and scaling complex custom applications and integrations that extend the core capabilities of Jira Cloud for enterprise use. The ideal candidate is a hands-on professional who can immediately contribute to the architecture, design, and implementation of new business solutions. Note: This position requires deep, proven expertise in the Forge development framework and is not suited for developers without direct experience or Jira administrators seeking a development transition. Key Responsibilities Forge Application Development & Architecture • Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and secure Jira Cloud applications exclusively using the Atlassian Forge framework and APIs. • Architect and implement native Forge modules, including Custom UI/React components, Global Pages, Contextual Gadgets/Panels, Custom Fields, and advanced Workflow Validators/Post-Functions. • Effectively utilize Forge platform primitives, including Forge Storage, Custom Fetch, Web Triggers, Resolvers, Queues, and Event-Driven Functions to handle complex, asynchronous business logic. • Apply best-practice secure coding standards and scalable API design principles to all application development. Integration & Platform Expertise • Integrate Jira Cloud with external SaaS platforms and internal services using the Jira REST APIs and secure outbound connections via Forge. • Develop custom business logic, validation rules, and workflow extensions that precisely meet specific organizational requirements. • Provide advanced technical support and performance tuning for custom Jira Cloud applications, configurations, and integrations. Collaboration & Delivery • Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, and cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define technical solutions, and ensure alignment with strategic business objectives. • Document technical designs, deployment procedures, and testing plans for all custom solutions. Compensation: $50/hr to $55/hr. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. 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. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/. Skills and Requirements • Forge Mastery: Proven, hands-on experience in architecting and deploying multiple Jira Cloud applications using the Atlassian Forge framework. • Core Languages: Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript. • Frontend: Deep experience building interfaces using React (Custom UI) or the Forge UI Kit. • Platform Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of the Jira Cloud platform, including the configuration layer (Issue Types, Screens, Field Contexts, Workflow Schemes, and advanced Permissions). • APIs & Data: Strong familiarity with the Jira Cloud REST APIs and leveraging data effectively within Forge applications. • Architecture: Solid knowledge of Forge authentication mechanisms, asynchronous processing, and event handling within the Atlassian platform ecosystem. • Quality: Ability to design, implement, and test performant, maintainable, and reusable code solutions. • Familiarity with Jira Expressions for dynamic condition and validation logic. • Working knowledge of SQL for understanding data structures and supporting external reporting efforts • Experience with legacy scripting in Server/Data Center (e.g., Groovy/ScriptRunner, Power Scripts/SIL) to support migration or comparative analysis. • Familiarity with modern deployment practices (CI/CD, version control via Git).