Engineering Manager – Cloud Infrastructure & Core Services – Sydney
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Engineering Manager – Cloud Infrastructure & Core Services – Sydney
30 days left
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Date posted
September 24, 2026
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Closing date
October 24, 2026
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Location
Sydney
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Experience
senior-level
Description
Role Overview & Position Context
Atlassian is seeking an exceptional professional to join our Sydney engineering hub as a Engineering Manager – Cloud Infrastructure & Core Services. In this role, you will help design, build, and operate tier-1 cloud-native systems serving enterprise customers across Australia and international markets. Lead and inspire high-performing teams of senior cloud, DevOps, and backend software engineers delivering foundational services.
Package: $214,000 – $254,000 + 11.5% Super
Employment: Full-Time Permanent
Experience: Senior / Lead Specialist
Key Responsibilities & Scope of Work
- Manage engineering squad roadmaps, resource allocations, and delivery commitments.
- Cultivate an inclusive culture of engineering excellence, technical ownership, and rapid iteration.
- Conduct 1-on-1 career coaching, performance appraisals, and structured talent development.
- Bridge communication between executive leadership, product management, and engineering teams.
- Maintain high standards of code hygiene, architectural integrity, and developer happiness.
Technical Competencies & Core Skills
Core Tools, Frameworks & Standards:
Required Qualifications & Background
- Bachelor or Master of Science in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent practical industry experience.
- Demonstrated professional experience designing, building, and operating modern cloud-native systems in production.
- Strong proficiency in modern programming languages, cloud infrastructure automation, and automated testing practices.
- Proven ability to articulate architectural decisions, lead technical design proposals (RFCs), and mentor fellow engineers.
- Unrestricted working rights in Australia.
Remuneration, Benefits & Culture
- Highly competitive remuneration package ($214,000 – $254,000 base + 11.5% statutory superannuation).
- Substantial employee equity participation / Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) or annual incentive bonuses.
- Flexible hybrid work environment with home office setup allowances and top-tier hardware.
- Generous paid parental leave, wellness stipends, and comprehensive continuous learning budgets.
- Dynamic, collaborative engineering culture emphasizing autonomy, technical curiosity, and work-life balance.
Work Rights & Compliance: Applicants must hold full working rights in Australia (Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or an eligible unrestricted working visa). Relevant background checks, national police clearances, and qualification verification will be conducted prior to appointment.
