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Atlassian

Canada
11,000 Total Employees
Year Founded: 2012

Atlassian Leadership & Management

Atlassian Employee Perspectives

Atlassian’s approach to inclusion goes beyond hiring diverse talent — it’s rooted in creating opportunities for people to grow, contribute and succeed over time. Leaders are encouraged to actively mentor employees, invest in emerging talent and create environments where different perspectives are supported through coaching, development and meaningful stretch opportunities.

“I’m intentional about not just hiring for diverse perspectives but actively fostering and mentoring them. That includes engaging with the community, investing in early-career talent and creating space for growth through coaching and stretch opportunities.”

Atlassian’s leadership culture encourages teams to stay curious, challenge assumptions and think beyond the immediate technical problem. Leaders foster environments where asking thoughtful questions is seen as essential to building stronger systems, improving collaboration and driving smarter long-term decisions.

“I try to create a culture where curiosity is seen as a strength not just in terms of the code but the ‘why.’ Why this architecture? Why this metric? Why this team structure? Curiosity helps teams stay sharp, spot issues early and think bigger.”

Tanya Chen
Tanya Chen, Vice President and Head of Engineering

Atlassian encourages leaders to combine ambition with empathy, creating an environment where employees are empowered to take initiative while feeling supported in their growth and well-being. Leadership is centered on enabling teams to succeed through trust, mentorship and a people-first mindset.

“Atlassian, we’re encouraged to think big, lead boldly, and build with heart and balance. My leadership style is grounded in that same spirit; serving the team, investing in their growth and creating the space to thrive.”

Monica Tsang
Monica Tsang, Vice President and Head of CTO Strategic Initiatives

Atlassian's Benefits

Engineering team utilizes pair programming

Implements team-based strategic planning

Open office floor plan to encourage communication and collaboration

Uses an OKR operational model to clearly define goals and priorities

Utilizes an open door policy that encourages accessibility