Head of Engineering

We’re transforming Atlassian and data is at the heart of it. Core Data platform is responsible for providing low latency, cost efficient and compliant Data storage and processing capabilities that power our products. We support SQL, No SQL, Object Store and Search.

We're looking for an experienced Engineering Leader to lead a set of teams in our growing Core Data Platform organization. You will bring a wealth of experience in managing teams and success in delivering highly technical multi-quarter roadmaps. You will also need to be fairly comfortable with ambiguity and possess tools to work through ambiguity, craft strategy and drive execution. You will be able to work with your team to define architectural/organizational future states that we can scale to in years 2 and 3. We’ll need to make balanced calls that align with our forward-looking vision and current business & technology critical asks.

Basic Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science or related technical field or equivalent experience

• 12+ years of experience developing large scale distributed systems.

• 8+ years of experience managing software development teams driving large projects with complex dependencies and multiple stakeholders.

• Experience (2+ years) leading teams building and operating Storage service at Scale

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and a track record of cross-group/cross-discipline collaboration.

• Experience managing managers and a track record of scaling organizations with over 50 engineers

• You will have strong empathy and a bias for action.

• Experience working with and leading teams across geographies.

• You will demonstrate defining and communicating a long-term technical vision and inspiring your team around a shared vision for success.

• You will be able to build a deep understanding of both business and engineering metrics and drive a culture of reliability, security and productivity.

• You will champion developer productivity and empower engineers to invest in the right tooling at the right time.

• Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor team members.

• You will design strategies for future development projects based on the company’s overall objectives and resources You will be the champion for the "Atlassian values"

• Quick learner who thrives in an ambiguous environment.

Our perks & benefits

Atlassian offers a variety of perks and benefits to support you, your family and to help you engage with your local community. Our offerings include health coverage, paid volunteer days, wellness resources, and so much more. Visit go.atlassian.com/perksandbenefits to learn more.

About Atlassian

At Atlassian, we're motivated by a common goal: to unleash the potential of every team. Our software products help teams all over the planet and our solutions are designed for all types of work. Team collaboration through our tools makes what may be impossible alone, possible together.

We believe that the unique contributions of all Atlassians create our success. To ensure that our products and culture continue to incorporate everyone's perspectives and experience, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

To provide you the best experience, we can support with accommodations or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Simply inform our Recruitment team during your conversation with them.

To learn more about our culture and hiring process, visit go.atlassian.com/crh.