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Senior Principal Designer, Software Collection

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Atlassian

Senior Principal Designer, Software Collection

San Francisco, CA / Remote

Location: Remote (Zone B and Zone C only)

Working at Atlassian

Atlassians can choose where they work whether in an office, from home, or a combination of the two. That way, Atlassians have more control over supporting their family, personal goals, and other priorities. We can hire people in any country where we have a legal entity. Interviews and onboarding are conducted virtually, a part of being a distributed-first company. This role is open to candidates located in Zone B and Zone C only. Please refer to go.atlassian.com/payzones for more information on which locations are included in each of our geographic pay zones. Candidates must be located in these zones on Day 1 of employment.

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About this role

Software practice is going through a once-in-a-lifetime change, brought about by powerful new AI capabilities. This role will help Atlassian redefine software practice in this AI-native world, working with talented designers across Atlassian's software team-specific products to produce short- and long-term user-centered design. This Sr. Principal Designer will work with heads of design, product and engineering (along with other designers and researchers), to envision an AI-native software development life cycle (SDLC), driving alignment and connection between Atlassian's existing portfolio of products.

The ideal candidate will have experience designing tools for developers and/or across the SDLC, as well as experience designing AI-powered features or products. The ideal candidate is a blend of technical depth with systems thinking, yet who obsesses over design details. The role reports directly to the Head of Design for Software Collection.

Help Atlassian finally solve long-time toil in the software development process!

What you'll do

  • Envision the future of software development, powered by AI
  • Collaborate with Sr. Principal+ level Eng and PM counterparts in sprints, workshops, and day-to-day design work
  • Drive alignment with executive stakeholders around your ideas
  • Work with other designers and researchers to ideate, research, and codify your ideas into elegant design solutions


  • Create and drive alignment around a vision for how Atlassian can best support software teams (across all roles), centered around AI capabilities
  • Align existing, ongoing design work to create a coherent, cogent software-tool portfolio
  • Create high-quality, outcome-focused design deliverables
  • Develop a deep understanding of the Atlassian developer solutions ecosystem and drive design decisions that shape Atlassian's portfolio in the short and long term
  • Promote alignment and build trust across cross-functional teams, clearly communicating complex issues and fostering collaboration.

Your background

  • 12+ years in product design, ideally within a developer-centered context (IDEs, SCM tools).
  • Experience in envisioning and delivering AI-native experiences
  • Demonstrated expertise in system design, interaction design, prototyping, with a passion for delivering exceptional user experiences.
  • Proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional partners, align stakeholders, and influence product strategy.
  • Clear, effective communicator with a strong ability to present and defend design decisions and direction.
  • A natural mentor with a talent for elevating the work of more junior designers.

Compensation

At Atlassian, we strive to design equitable, explainable, and competitive compensation programs. To support this goal, the baseline of our range is higher than that of the typical market range, but in turn we expect to hire most candidates near this baseline. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate's skills, expertise, or experience. In the United States, we have three geographic pay zones. For this role, our current base pay ranges for new hires in each zone are:

Zone B: $195,300 - $254,975

Zone C: $180,900 - $236,175

This role may also be eligible for benefits, bonuses, commissions, and equity.

Please visit go.atlassian.com/payzones for more information on which locations are included in each of our geographic pay zones. However, please confirm the zone for your specific location with your recruiter.

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/perksandbenefitsto 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.

Client-provided location(s): San Francisco, CA, USA
Job ID: Atlassian-17557
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Holiday Events
    • Casual Dress
    • Pet-friendly Office
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Founder led
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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