Machine Learning Engineer, 2027 Graduate U.S.

Atlassian; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlassian, based in Seattle, is seeking a graduate ML engineer intern to build and evaluate machine learning models and Generative AI applications. You will translate business problems into technical solutions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute across the ML lifecycle from prototyping to deployment.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, experimentation, and integrating LLMs with tools and product context to solve multi-step problems.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, or a related quantitative field, and graduating by August 2027
• Experience writing reliable software in Python or Scala; familiarity with SQL or Spark is a plus
• Experience applying machine learning through coursework, research, projects, or a relevant internship
• Strong problem-solving and data-driven analytical skills

Responsibilities

• Build and evaluate machine learning models and Generative AI applications
• Use data, experimentation, and feedback to improve model and product quality
• Translate customer and business problems into technical solutions with cross-functional partners
• Contribute across the machine learning lifecycle, from prototyping and evaluation to deployment and monitoring
• Develop agentic workflows that combine LLMs, tools, and relevant product context to solve complex, multi-step problems

Skills

Python

Scala

SQL

Spark

Machine learning

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS/ML/Stats/Math/OR or related quantitative field

Job description

Working at Atlassian

Atlassians have the flexibility to work where they can collaborate most effectively with their team, whether at home, one of our global offices, or both.

Overview

Atlassians have the flexibility to work where they can collaborate most effectively with their team, whether at home, one of our global offices, or both.

As a distributed-first company, all interviews are conducted virtually. We hire in any country where we have a legal entity. Learn how we work at go.atlassian.com/distributed.

Your Future Org

Atlassian’s Grad++ program combines hands‑on technical training, professional growth opportunities, dedicated mentorship, and strong social connections. This holistic approach empowers students to hit the ground running and sets them up for a successful and impactful career at Atlassian!

This role is located in the Seattle hub. You must be able to work from this hub to qualify.

This position is not eligible for F1 and J1 students. It is not available for any work sponsorship.

Your future team

Atlassian’s machine learning teams tackle product and business challenges across the company. Working with partners across Product, Engineering, Growth, GTM, Finance, and Sales, we build machine learning infrastructure and intelligent product experiences. Our teams include machine learning and software engineers who value collaboration, knowledge sharing, rapid experimentation, and measurable impact. This role offers opportunities to work on areas such as search, recommendation, personalization, Generative AI applications, and large language models.

Responsibilities

• Build and evaluate machine learning models and Generative AI applications
• Use data, experimentation, and feedback to improve model and product quality
• Translate customer and business problems into technical solutions with cross-functional partners
• Contribute across the machine learning lifecycle, from prototyping and evaluation to deployment and monitoring
• Develop agentic workflows that combine LLMs, tools, and relevant product context to solve complex, multi-step problems

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, or a related quantitative field, and graduating by August 2027
• Experience writing reliable software in Python or Scala; familiarity with SQL or Spark is a plus
• Experience applying machine learning through coursework, research, projects, or a relevant internship
• Strong problem-solving and data-driven analytical skills

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Statistics, Mathematics, Operations Research, or a related quantitative field, and graduating by August 2027
• Experience writing reliable software in Python or Scala; familiarity with SQL or Spark is a plus
• Experience applying machine learning through coursework, research, projects, or a relevant internship
• Strong problem-solving and data-driven analytical skills

Compensation

At Atlassian, we strive to design equitable, explainable, and competitive 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.

Pay Ranges

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: $146,700 - $191,525

Zone B: $132,030 - $172,373

Zone C: $121,761 - $158,966

Benefits & Perks

Atlassian offers a wide range of perks and benefits designed to support you, your family and to help you engage with your local community. Our offerings include health and wellbeing resources, paid volunteer days, and so much more. To learn more, visit go.atlassian.com/perksandbenefits.

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.

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

In line with local law, identity verification (which may include use of biometric data) is a condition of employment with Atlassian for employment fraud purposes.