Solution Engineer
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About the role
Atlassian is hiring a Senior Principal Backend Software Engineer for the Jira Data Management team in Bengaluru. The role suits experienced backend engineers focused on large-scale data migration and governance for Jira Cloud.
What you’ll do
- Own the technical evolution and long-term architecture of Jira Data Management, shaping strategy for enterprise-scale data movement, governance, resiliency, and data health.
- Shape platform capabilities, technical strategy, and engineering practices that enable Jira as the system of record for human and agent teamwork.
- Build security, scale, resilience, and administrative capabilities for enterprise readiness.
- Create a platform that accelerates developer productivity and supports growing agentic workload.
- Lead the technical direction of data migration pathways for Jira products.
What they’re looking for
- Deep expertise in backend software engineering at enterprise scale.
- Experience shaping platform strategy and technical architecture for data management.
- Ability to drive architectural and design choices for large-scale systems.
- Proven track record of leading engineering teams and promoting best practices.
- Enthusiasm for tackling challenging tasks in a fast-paced environment.
What’s on offer
- Flexible hybrid work model — choose office or home.
- Impact on Atlassian's cloud revenue through high-profile Jira Cloud features.
- Cross-functional collaboration with product managers and designers on a team of over 50 engineers.
- Virtual interviews and onboarding as part of a distributed-first company culture.
Questions about this role
What is the experience level for this role?
Senior Principal Engineer, the highest individual-contributor level at Atlassian.
Is the role remote?
The position is based in Bengaluru; Atlassian offers flexible hybrid work where employees choose between office and home.
Which team am I joining?
Jira Data Management, a cross-functional team of over 50 engineers, product managers, and designers.
What does the team build?
Data migration pathways, data-shape management capabilities, and Site Optimizer for Jira Cloud.
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