Senior Principal Engineer - Growth Organization

Senior Principal Engineer - Growth Organization at Atlassian, based in Sydney, NSW, Australia, is a pivotal technical leadership role that shapes the future of Atlassian’s growth engine. You will own the end‑to‑end architecture of data‑driven acquisition, activation, and retention pipelines, turning complex business problems into scalable, high‑performance solutions. Your work directly fuels revenue expansion for one of the world’s most trusted collaboration platforms, influencing product strategy across the entire ecosystem. With a clear path to influence company‑wide technology roadmaps and mentor senior engineering talent, this position offers unparalleled visibility and the chance to accelerate your career to the highest echelons of technical leadership.

In this role you will:
- Design and implement robust, event‑streaming architectures that power real‑time growth analytics and personalized user experiences.
- Lead cross‑functional squads of engineers, data scientists, and product managers, driving alignment on technical vision and delivery cadence.
- Own the full lifecycle of growth services, from concept and prototyping through production, monitoring, and continuous improvement.
- Champion best practices in cloud native development, CI/CD, observability, and security to ensure reliability at scale.
- Mentor and coach senior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, ownership, and technical excellence.
- Translate business KPIs into measurable engineering outcomes, using metrics‑first thinking to iterate rapidly.
- Partner with senior leadership to prioritize initiatives that maximize customer acquisition, conversion, and lifetime value.

You will report to the Head of Growth Engineering and collaborate closely with product leadership, data analytics, and the broader engineering community. Success is measured by the velocity of feature delivery, the stability of growth infrastructure, and the tangible impact on Atlassian’s market expansion.

Joining Atlassian means becoming part of a purpose‑driven organization that values open collaboration, continuous learning, and diverse perspectives. You’ll gain access to world‑class mentorship programs, tuition reimbursement, and a global network of experts who are shaping the future of work. Atlassian’s commitment to sustainable growth and ethical technology ensures your work contributes to meaningful, industry‑leading outcomes. As a Senior Principal Engineer - Growth Organization, you will be at the forefront of cutting‑edge AI‑enhanced personalization, serverless scaling, and data‑centric product innovation. This is a rare opportunity to blend deep technical expertise with strategic influence, driving both personal and company growth while enjoying flexible work arrangements, generous time‑off policies, and a vibrant Sydney office culture that celebrates creativity and impact.