Senior Systems Administrator, Atlassian Cloud

Job overview

The Senior Systems Administrator, Atlassian Cloud role may be based in San Diego, CA; Dallas, TX; or Washington, D.C. The posting lists a salary range of $97,000–$140,000 per year. Shield AI is a defense-technology company whose mission is to protect service members and civilians with intelligent systems. The administrator manages and enhances the Atlassian Cloud environment through platform configuration, API integrations, automation, reporting, and enterprise system connections. The role supports secure, reliable collaboration tools and cloud migrations through governance, documentation, audits, and performance monitoring.

What you'll do

• Administer Jira Software, Jira Service Management, and Confluence
• configure workflows, schemes, automation, and governance controls
• develop REST API integrations, webhooks, and automation
• integrate Atlassian products with enterprise systems
• manage marketplace applications and Atlassian Access
• build dashboards and JQL reports
• maintain data synchronization
• perform audits and health checks
• document standards
• support cloud migrations and optimization.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior systems administrator

atlassian cloud

san diego ca

dallas tx

washington dc

shield ai

jira

confluence

rest apis

automation

$97k–$140k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Full-time regular employees may receive bonus, benefits, and equity
• temporary employees may receive a temporary benefits package after 60 days. Part-time employees are not eligible for benefits.

Why this role

The posting describes an Atlassian Cloud administration role focused on REST APIs, automation, enterprise integrations, and advanced reporting; it lists three possible work locations.

About the employer

Shield AI is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.