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Senior Software Engineer

Today San Francisco, CA

Working at Atlassian

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Job Duties: Lead the technical design and development of new software applications, features, and distributed services that support a high-scale web application utilizing programming in Golang or Python and schema-based data storage (SQL). Work with multiple stakeholders (engineering management, product and design) to deliver projects. Act as a senior team member, mentoring and delegating work to a number of more junior engineers. Design, build and maintain RESTful APIs demonstrating a solid understanding of distributed version internals including data structures and experience running DVCS servers. Troubleshoot issues with existing architecture and code in a Cloud environment such as AWS. Conduct performance tuning, profiling and debugging of applications and services serving millions of requests per day. Contribute to each step of the product development process, including ideation, implementation and release applying agile development methodologies such as XP and Scrum and a deep understanding of company's tech stack and source control (e.g. git hosting).

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Must have a Bachelor's degree in Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field.

Must have five (5) years of experience as a Developer responsible for technical design and development of new software applications, features, and distributed services that support a high-scale web application;

Must have five (5) years of experience with troubleshooting, mentoring, delegation, project leading/planning, and reporting risks/roadblocks;

Must have five (5) years of working in projects using agile development methodologies, such as XP, and Scrum, programming in Golang, Python, or Java and schema-based data storage (SQL).

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must pass technical interview.

OFFERED WAGE: $187,574 - $241,400 per year

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.

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Client-provided location(s): San Francisco, CA, Flexible / Remote
Job ID: Atlassian-22808
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-09-23T19:16:26

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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