Atlassian founder Scott Farquhar says an adolescence spent tinkering on computers was the impetus for him to start a software giant, but if the tech sector wants to seriously solve its skills shortage then it has show Aussies what jobs are on offer and how to reskill.

The tech titan joined co-founder Mike Cannon-Brookes and Canva co-founder Cliff Obrecht for a trip to Canberra to help promote the employment path less travelled in a constantly evolving local technology sector.