Senior Technical Lead - Java, Microservi
HCLTech
Austin, TX
- Develop and enhance Jira Cloud apps/extensions using Forge for CUSTOMER Jira Cloud requirements.
- Build UI features using React + HTML/CSS/JavaScript for Forge-based plugin UX.
- Implement integrations/automation using Jira REST APIs for custom workflows, data extraction, and system integrations.
- Create custom plugins/integrations leveraging Forge + Atlassian SDK exposure (where applicable to the CUSTOMER ecosystem).
- Contribute to CUSTOMER initiatives involving Jira development for custom functionalities and integrations (including sync to Snowflake) when required.
- Own deliverables end-to-end: estimate, execute, and deliver per agreed sprint velocity with engineering discipline.
- Adhere to dev guidelines (code check-in, branching strategy) and ensure quality compliance with limited repeated peer review findings.
- Work on CUSTOMER-style execution model: "assigned Jira tickets" delivery and iterative plugin rollout.
- Participate in project reviews, reporting, administrative tasks, and provide first-line support for issues related to delivered services.
Must-Have Skills
- Strong hands-on Forge development for Jira Cloud (senior-level delivery ownership).
- React + JavaScript/HTML/CSS for UI build-out.
- Strong Jira REST API experience for automation/integration/data work.
- Working knowledge of Jira administration concepts (schemes, permissions, issue types) to design workable enterprise solutions.
- Strong SDLC + Git-based development practices.
Good-to-Have Skills
- Programming exposure beyond JS (e.g., Java/Groovy/Python) as seen in CUSTOMER expectations for developer-background roles.
- Familiarity with relational DB concepts (Postgres/MS SQL) and data manipulation for integration-heavy use cases.
HCLTech is not the employer for this role. This work is contracted through a third-party whose employees provides services to HCLTech and/or its clients.
Candidates interested in applying for this Contract opportunity must have a valid work authorization to work in the United States. We do not accept agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Candidates who are currently employed by a client of HCLTech may not be eligible for consideration, as decided on an individualized basis depending upon business considerations.
The expected pay range for this contract assignment is shown above with the Job details. The exact pay rate will vary based on skills, experience, and location and will be determined by the third-party employer.
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