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Head of Program Management

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Atlassian

Head of Program Management

San Francisco, CA / Remote

Working at Atlassian

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This is a remote position. To help our teams work together effectively, this role requires you to be located in the Pacific Standard Timezone.

Your future team

We are seeking a Head of Program Management to lead the Lighthouse team within the CTO Strategic Initiatives org. This team plays a crucial role in workforce planning and management for R&D. In this role, you will drive business success by seamlessly integrating financial plans, business priorities, and workforce strategies into actionable operational plans.

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Lighthouse is dedicated to executing workforce plans that align with strategies set by stakeholders, financial partners, and executive leadership. You will collaborate closely with a large cross-functional team to develop data-driven strategies that inform and report on these operational plans. Your responsibilities will include leading a team to develop processes and analytical models to manage our workforce effectively. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical and analytical background.

What you'll do

  • Lead a team of 6 people in developing analytical models, programs, and processes to shape our workforce strategy and ensure the successful execution of workforce plans.
  • Collaborate with executive leaders to create a workforce strategy that aligns with our business priorities and drives organizational success.
  • Conduct in-depth analyses to uncover root causes of workforce issues, providing actionable insights and recommendations for effective monitoring and resolution.
  • Integrate qualitative findings with data analytics to deliver comprehensive recommendations that inform strategic decisions.
  • Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the success of our workforce planning initiatives and ensure continuous improvement.
  • Provide regular updates and reports on workforce activities, including progress on hiring goals, geographic strategies, organizational design, and other critical areas.
  • Present data and findings in clear and engaging ways, using data visualizations tailored for a diverse audience.

Your background

  • 10+ years minimum of program management experience
  • Proven people leader with track record of hiring, retaining, and growing teams
  • Strong executive presence, able to influence senior leaders and set strategic direction as part of senior leadership team
  • Demonstrated experience and success leading high impact, cross-functional programs
  • Demonstrated ability to drive programs in fast-paced, highly ambiguous work environment where program models don't exist
  • Experience using data to drive decision making
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills (including experience with facilitating meetings and engaging with an executive audience).
  • Comfortable taking calculated risks and experimenting with new solutions

Compensation

At Atlassian, we strive to design equitable and explainable compensation programs. To support this goal, the baseline of our range is higher than that of the typical market range, but in turn we expect to hire most candidates near this baseline. Base pay within the range is ultimately determined by a candidate's skills, expertise, or experience.

In the United States, we have three geographic pay zones. For this role, our current base pay ranges for new hires in each zone are:

Zone A: $221,500 - $295,300

Zone B: $199,400 - $265,800

Zone C: $183,900 - $245,100

This role may also be eligible for benefits, bonuses, commissions, and equity.

Please visit go.atlassian.com/payzones for more information on which locations are included in each of our geographic pay zones. However, please confirm the zone for your specific location with your recruiter.

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Our perks & benefits

Atlassian offers a variety of perks and benefits to support you, your family and to help you engage with your local community. Our offerings include health coverage, paid volunteer days, wellness resources, and so much more. Visit go.atlassian.com/perksandbenefitsto learn more.

About Atlassian

At Atlassian, we're motivated by a common goal: to unleash the potential of every team. Our software products help teams all over the planet and our solutions are designed for all types of work. Team collaboration through our tools makes what may be impossible alone, possible together.

We believe that the unique contributions of all Atlassians create our success. To ensure that our products and culture continue to incorporate everyone's perspectives and experience, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

To provide you the best experience, we can support with accommodations or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Simply inform our Recruitment team during your conversation with them.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

To learn more about our culture and hiring process, visit go.atlassian.com/crh.

Client-provided location(s): San Francisco, CA, USA
Job ID: Atlassian-13052
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Holiday Events
    • Casual Dress
    • Pet-friendly Office
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Founder led
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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