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Job description
Atlassian is hiring a Principal Software Engineer, Search and Data — a full-time, remote role. Apply directly on Atlassian's careers page below.
In this role, you'll get the chance to:
Handle complex problems in the team from technical design to launch
Determine plans-of-attack on large projects
Solve complex architecture challenges and apply architectural standards and start using them on new projects
Lead code reviews & documentation and take on complex bug fixes, especially on high-risk problems
Set the standard for meaningful code reviews
Partner across engineering teams to take on company-wide programmes in multiple projects
Transfer your depth of knowledge from your current language to excel as a Software Engineer
Mentor junior members of the team.
At Atlassian, we strive to design equitable, explainable, and competitive compensation programs. We follow consistent hiring practices and account for each candidate's skills, knowledge, and experience when setting base pay within the range.
This role may also be eligible for benefits, bonuses, commissions, and equity.
Your background:
10+ years experience in multiple hands-on software/technology leadership roles, with end-to-end responsibility through the software development lifecycle
Bachelor's degree with a preference for Computer Science degree
Experience with Lucene, Solr, or other Search technologies.
Deep understanding of Kafka and Kubernetes internals
Worked on improving efficiency of large distributed stream processing pipelines.
Expertise with Java and Java based stream processing platforms.
Ability to identify and fix data processing inefficiencies using application performance monitoring tools of Java.
Understanding of SaaS, PaaS, IaaS industry with hands-on experience with public cloud offerings of AWS.
Experience in Java, Spring, REST, and NoSQL databases
Experience building event-driven pipelines based on SQS, SNS, Kafka. Knowledge of stream processing platforms like Flink and workflow engines like temporal etc.
Knowledge to evaluate trade-offs between correctness, robustness, performance, space and time
Practice in mentoring other engineers and influencing decision makers throughout the organisation
Consider the customer impact when making technical decisions
If you've got these skills, even better
Experience in ElasticSearch, OpenSearch or other search engine technologies
Experience in Developer Experience or Developer Productivity
Experience with Python
Experience in CI (Continuous Integration) and CD (Continuous Deployment)
Benefits & Perks
Atlassian offers a wide range of perks and benefits designed to support you, your family and to help you engage with your local community. Our offerings include health and wellbeing resources, paid volunteer days, and so much more. To learn more, visit go.atlassian.com/perksandbenefits.
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.
In line with local law, identity verification (which may include use of biometric data) is a condition of employment with Atlassian for employment fraud purposes.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Principal Software Engineer, Search and Data at Atlassian a remote job?
Yes, Principal Software Engineer, Search and Data at Atlassian is a remote position. Candidates in Bengaluru, India may be preferred.
What skills are required for Principal Software Engineer, Search and Data at Atlassian?
The required skills for Principal Software Engineer, Search and Data at Atlassian include: Java, Spring, REST, NoSQL, SQS, Kafka, AWS, Elasticsearch, Kubernetes, Python, CI/CD.
What is the seniority level for Principal Software Engineer, Search and Data at Atlassian?
Principal Software Engineer, Search and Data at Atlassian is a Principal / Manager level position.
How do I apply for Principal Software Engineer, Search and Data at Atlassian?
You can view the full description and apply for Principal Software Engineer, Search and Data at Atlassian on EchoJobs: https://echojobs.io/job/atlassian-principal-software-engineer-search-and-data-hee9k.