Hi Atlassian Community!
I'm Venkateswara Rao, a dedicated Jira Administrator with 7+ years of hands-on experience in Atlassian tools and ecosystem. I'm currently exploring new remote opportunities and would be incredibly grateful for any leads, referrals, or insights from this amazing community.
Core Expertise:
Jira Administration & Configuration - Project setup, workflow design, custom fields, and permission schemes
Multi-instance Management - Experience with both Cloud and Data Center deployments
Atlassian Suite Integration - Jira Software, Jira Service Management, Confluence, and Bitbucket
Automation & Scripting - Advanced JQL, ScriptRunner, and workflow automation
User Training & Support - Onboarding teams and optimizing Atlassian adoption across organizations
Recent Accomplishments:
Successfully migrated multiple Jira instances to Cloud with zero downtime
Implemented automation rules that reduced manual ticket processing by 40%
Led cross-functional teams in Agile transformation using Atlassian tools
Designed custom workflows supporting complex approval processes for enterprise clients
I'm seeking remote Jira Administrator or Atlassian Consultant roles where I can:
Leverage my deep technical expertise to optimize team productivity
Lead implementation projects and system migrations
Mentor junior administrators and contribute to knowledge sharing
Work with innovative teams embracing modern collaboration practices
Preferred Arrangements:
Full-time permanent positions
Long-term contract opportunities (6+ months)
Consulting engagements with growth potential
Proven track record of reducing support tickets through proactive system optimization
Strong communication skills for training users and documenting processes
Problem-solving mindset with experience troubleshooting complex configuration issues
Continuous learner - staying current with latest Atlassian features and marketplace apps
If you know of any opportunities that might be a good fit, or if you'd like to connect and share experiences about Atlassian administration, I'd love to hear from you! I'm also happy to help fellow community members with Jira-related questions - giving back is what makes this community special.
You can reach me through:
Direct message here in the community
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chevala-venkateswararao/
Email: venkyja99@gmail.com
I'm also planning to attend upcoming Atlassian Community Events and would love to meet fellow administrators and explore collaboration opportunities.
This community has been invaluable throughout my career journey - from troubleshooting complex configurations to staying updated on best practices. I'm excited to continue both learning from and contributing to this vibrant network of Atlassian professionals.
Thank you for taking the time to read this, and I look forward to connecting with many of you!
Best regards,
Venkateswara Rao
Jira Administrator | Atlassian Tools Specialist