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Was a great place to work but no more

Principal Software Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at Atlassian for 20 years
November 3, 2025
Sydney
3.0
Doesn't RecommendNeutral OutlookDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros

Great products, smart colleagues, good perks.

Cons

Was all about the team, but now seems "all about me". Lots of pressure to set and meet personal goals that distracts from getting stuff done. No job security when there are brutal and apparently arbitrary job cuts.

Advice to Management

Rethink the trajectory of going from a friendly, collaborative Aussie culture to a selfish, cut-throat American one. People do great work because they love the company and its products. Not because they fear for their jobs and whether they've set the right goals for themselves.

Additional Ratings

Work/Life Balance
3.0
Culture and Values
2.0
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
5.0
Career Opportunities
4.0
Compensation and Benefits
4.0
Senior Management
2.0

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