IT Applications Specialist for Atlassian Jira

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Continental's Automotive group sector is on an exciting journey to become AUMOVIO. With ~93,000 employees worldwide and annual sales of ~€20 billion, we are embracing a bold new era – and you have the opportunity to be part of it from early on

This position offers a unique chance to actively shape the foundation of AUMOVIO, help define our culture from the start and play a key role in driving the future mobility. Are you ready to turn the page and start an exciting new chapter with us?

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Your tasks

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive IT Applications Specialist to join our dynamic IT team. As an IT Applications Specialist, you will be responsible for the administration and management of critical Engineering Applications, especially for Atlassian tools like Jira and Confluence.

The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of the Agile framework, Scrum/Kanban, Lean principles, and ITIL practices. Additionally, basic programming knowledge will be essential to support tool customization and automation efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer, configure, and maintain Atlassian Jira and Confluence instances to meet the organization's software development and project management requirements, especially in the context of Agile SW development
• Develop, roll out and maintain solutions for Atlassian Jira and Confluence to allow our Engineering applications to be operated in the most effective and performant way
• Develop, roll out and maintain architectures following the A IT EA and Conti standards for Service and Application Architecture
• Customize and extend tool functionalities using basic programming skills to align with specific project needs
• Support integrations between various IT applications and tools, enabling seamless data flow and effective automation
• Monitor system performance, identify, troubleshoot issues, and apply necessary updates and patches to ensure optimal tool functionality
• Apply Agile methodologies, Scrum practices, Lean principles, and ITIL processes to foster effective software development practices
• Actively participate in IT projects, related IT Services, providing technical expertise, and promoting adherence to Agile and Scrum principles
• Provide excellent technical support to end-users, assisting with tool-related inquiries and troubleshooting application-related issues promptly.

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Your profile

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• Good English language skills spoken and written (German is a plus)
• Experience in administering Atlassian Jira and Confluence
• Solid understanding of Agile methodologies, Scrum practices, and Lean principles
• Familiarity with ITIL practices and their application in IT project management
• Basic programming skills (e.g., Python, Shell scripting) to customize and extend tool functionalities
• Experience in troubleshooting and resolving application-related issues
• Strong knowledge of software development lifecycles and version control practices
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams with strong customer focus
• Previous customer service experience in an IT or technical support role
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently and as part of a team

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Our offer

What We Offer
Pay for Performance:

• Achievement Bonuses and Rewards;
• Relocation Bonus for non-Timisoara Residents;
• Recommendation Bonuses for new team members;
• Flexibility Program including flexible hours, mobile work and sabbaticals.

Wellbeing

• Health & Wellness (Private Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Sport activities etc.);
• Different discounts (glasses, tires, medical, shopping);
• In-house restaurant & coffee corners.

Life-Long Learning

• Technical, Soft Skills & Leadership trainings;
• Dedicated Programs and Conferences;
• Free Language Courses (English, German, French etc);
• Access to e-learning platforms;
• Career development opportunities (local and international);
• Internal development communities (Experts, Agile Community of Practice, Artificial Intelligence etc).

Ready to take your career to the next level and join us at the start of something extraordinary? Apply now to become a part of AUMOVIO and drive the future mobility together with us

Ready to take your career to the next level and join us at the start of something extraordinary? Apply now to become a part of AUMOVIO and drive the future mobility together with us

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About Us
Continental's Automotive group sector is expected to be listed as independent company "AUMOVIO" in September 2025. With ~93,000 employees worldwide and annual sales of ~€20 billion, we are entering an exciting new era.

AUMOVIO stands for highly developed electronic products and modern mobility solutions. In addition to its strong market position with innovative sensor solutions, displays, and technologically leading braking and comfort systems, AUMOVIO has significant expertise in software, architecture platforms and assistance systems for the rapidly growing future market of software-defined and autonomous vehicles. Our purpose is clear: to make future mobility safe, exciting, connected, and autonomous.

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