Senior Design Technologist
Atlassians can choose where they work – whether in an office, from home, or a combination of the two. That way, Atlassians have more control over supporting their family, personal goals, and other priorities. We can hire people in any country where we have a legal entity. Interviews and onboarding are conducted virtually, a part of being a distributed-first company.
About the Role
As a Senior Product Designer (Design Technologist), you focus on defining and achieving objectives for your team or project. You independently deliver high-quality prototypes, support technical handoff, and help build confidence in design technology across the team.
You’ll join the Atlassian Design System (ADS), reporting to the Senior Design Manager for Design Technology within ADS, a multidisciplinary group building the foundational tools, components, and guidelines that power the user experience across all Atlassian apps. The ADS team partners closely with product, engineering, and accessibility experts to create scalable, inclusive, and coherent design solutions at enterprise scale. You’ll shape the future of Atlassian’s prototyping culture, champion best practices, and accelerate innovation through AI tooling and AI-toolchain workflow improvements for all of Atlassian Design.
***Application ongoing – open until filled***
Requirements
5+ years solid experience in design technology, prototyping, and front-end development.
Foundational skills in React, JS frameworks, and prototyping tools.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Interest in AI/ML, motion, and accessibility in design.
Responsibilities
Create interactive prototypes using Figma and modern JS frameworks (React, etc.).
AI literacy applied to prototyping and AI vibe coding tools
Refine interactive elements and resolve technical issues during prototyping.
Collaborate with engineers to clarify requirements and ensure smooth handoff.
Support junior designers in navigating technical considerations.
Apply foundational skills in design technology, including motion and accessibility.
Contribute to the adoption of design system components and best practices.
Participate in accessibility and design reviews, ensuring inclusive experiences.
Continuously develop your own skills and share learnings with the team.
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