Companies that rely on Atlassian tools face a serious challenge: demand for Atlassian specialists is rising sharply, but finding the right expertise is becoming increasingly difficult—and the trend shows no sign of reversing.
A new study from one of the Nordic region’s leading consulting firms in DevOps and development support, Eficode, confirms this. The report “2025 State of Atlassian Talent” shows that 67 percent of surveyed leaders are actively looking for Atlassian experts, and more than half of respondents believe the available talent pool is too small.
Even more concerning is that a shortage of certified and highly qualified professionals widens the gap between business needs and available expertise. Many companies struggle not just to hire, but to hire the right people. The consequences include delayed projects, inefficient tool usage and increased costs caused by mismatched skills.
The report highlights the biggest challenges companies face in securing Atlassian competence and offers data-driven insights to help organizations adjust their recruitment strategies before the gap grows larger.
“Although the survey is global, we see exactly the same trends in Sweden. We speak every week with companies that struggle to secure the right Atlassian competence. It’s not just about hiring—it’s about hiring the right people,” says Therese Lindepil, Country Manager Sweden & Norway, Head of Eficode Scandinavia.
Key insights from the report
1. Competition for Atlassian specialists is intensifying
More than two-thirds of hiring managers are searching for new experts—demand is rising, but the real challenge is finding the right profiles. Companies must refine sourcing and recruitment strategies to attract candidates with the appropriate skills and experience.
2. Certifications matter more than ever
Eighty-three percent of hiring managers prefer candidates with Atlassian certifications because certifications are seen as clear proof of competence. Yet there is a gap: only 45 percent of employees who work with Atlassian tools are certified, compared with 64 percent of consultants. This highlights a need for upskilling or broadening the talent base.
3. Companies are underutilizing external expertise
Many organizations still rely solely on internal teams for Atlassian support—even as projects grow more complex. Firms that combine internal resources with experienced consultants report better project outcomes and access to specialized knowledge, offering flexibility and the ability to scale quickly.
Recruitment strategies must be reevaluated
With record-high competition for Atlassian specialists, companies need more flexible and effective ways to secure the expertise they require. The industry demands more experts—even beyond Atlassian tools—creating fierce competition for the limited pool of IT specialists.
Current recruitment models hinder progress at many organizations. HR teams without technical backgrounds are often tasked with recruiting Atlassian profiles, making it difficult to assess candidates’ true capabilities. This can lead to prolonged hiring processes and wrong hires.
“Atlassian tools are only as powerful as the people who use them. The report clearly shows how critical competence is to realizing value from these tools—and how hard it is to find the right talent. Companies that understand the interaction between tools and expertise will drive innovation and achieve long-term success,” says Therese.
The full report “2025 State of Atlassian Talent” is available for download from Eficode’s website.
About Eficode
Eficode is a leading provider of DevOps solutions with offices across Europe, the UK and the US. The company helps organizations build a development culture that unlocks potential through effective practices, the right tools and targeted expertise.
Eficode offers expert consulting services, the managed DevOps platform Eficode ROOT, training and license management—working closely with leading partners such as Atlassian, GitHub, GitLab, AWS and Microsoft.