Job Description:
Location: Johannesburg (Hybrid / Client-Facing)
Position Type: Contract/Permanent / Professional Services
The Role
We are looking for a specialised Atlassian Systems Engineer / Consultant to design, architect, and optimise enterprise-scale Atlassian ecosystems for our clients. Operating in an advisory and technical capacity, you will bridge the gap between business strategy and deep technical customisation, driving high-impact migrations, automations, and modern workflow implementations.
What You'll Do
- Architect & Advise: Provide technical pre-sales support and architecture advice; conduct cost-benefit analyses for Cloud vs. Data Centre migrations.
- Deploy & Customise: Design, configure, and deploy Atlassian applications, marketplace integrations, and complex custom enhancements.
- Automate: Build advanced workflows and scripts using Groovy, JavaScript, Python, and Script Runner.
- Modernise: Implement cutting-edge Atlassian Intelligence (AI) features and optimize agile tooling.
- Deliver: Partner with client stakeholders to define system requirements, deliver health checks, and manage change enablement.
What You Bring
- Consulting DNA: Proven experience delivering client-facing solutions within a professional services or consulting environment.
- Atlassian Expertise: Deep technical knowledge of Atlassian Cloud and Data Centre models, backed by 3+ recent migration/deployment projects.
- Mandatory Certification: Current Atlassian Certified Professional (ACP) status.
- Agile & SAFe: Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies; familiarity with Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) is highly beneficial.
- Code & Scripting: Strong proficiency in Script Runner, Groovy, Python, or JavaScript for custom automation.
- Education: Relevant tertiary qualification (Commerce, Computer Science, or Engineering).