Jira Mcp Server
Let your coding agent search Jira, create or transition issues, and manage boards and sprints without leaving the terminal.
Overview
io.github.friendlygeorge/jira-mcp-server is a MCP server for the Build phase that lets AI agents search, create, update, and transition Jira issues plus manage projects, boards, and sprints.
What is this MCP server?
- Search Jira issues with JQL-style discovery from the agent
- Create and update issues, comments, and fields programmatically
- Transition workflow statuses and manage sprint membership
- List and inspect projects, boards, and sprint metadata
- stdio npm package @supernova123/jira-mcp-server v1.0.0
- MCP server version 1.0.0
- Transport: stdio
- npm identifier: @supernova123/jira-mcp-server
What problem does it solve?
Switching between your editor and Jira to update tickets breaks flow and leaves backlogs stale while you ship.
Who is it for?
Indie devs and small teams that already use Jira Cloud and want ticket CRUD and sprint ops inside Claude Code or Cursor.
Skip if: Teams on Linear, GitHub Issues only, or builders who do not use Jira as their system of record.
What do I get? / Deliverables
Your agent can read and write Jira issue state from chat so delivery tracking stays aligned with the code you are building.
- Registered stdio MCP server in agent config
- Agent-callable tools for Jira search, issue CRUD, and transitions
- Live sync between coding session actions and Jira project state
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Journey fit
Issue and sprint work is where solo builders track what to ship next; Jira integration belongs on the Build shelf under project management. The pm subphase covers backlogs, tickets, and delivery planning—the same objects this MCP server manipulates.
How it compares
Jira API MCP integration, not an agent skill or standalone PM app.
Common Questions / FAQ
Who is jira-mcp-server for?
Solo builders and small teams who manage sprints in Jira and want their coding agent to file, search, and transition issues without opening the browser.
When should I use jira-mcp-server?
Use it during Build and Ship when you are implementing features and need the agent to sync bugs, stories, and board status with your Jira project.
How do I add jira-mcp-server to my agent?
Install the npm package @supernova123/jira-mcp-server, add a stdio MCP entry in Claude Code or Cursor with your Jira site URL and API token, then restart the client.