Lead Software Engineer: Build Scalable, Secure Systems

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North Sydney Council

On-site

AUD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Eftsure is seeking a senior software engineer in Australia to lead and mentor a team while delivering robust software aligned with technical standards and business goals.

The role focuses on designing scalable systems, collaborating with onshore/offshore teams, and maintaining code quality through reviews and docs. Experience with Java, AWS, Kubernetes, and .NET is valued.

Qualifications

4 to 8 years of relevant professional experience as a software engineer.
Expertise in software development, programming languages and patterns, development methodologies, and modern tools.
Ability to guide and inspire junior engineers.
Exceptional problem-solving skills.
Strong grasp of software architecture principles.
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to stakeholders.
Bachelor's degree is an advantage but not mandatory.
Relevant certifications are highly regarded.
Experience with Java, MSSQL, PostgreSQL, Kubernetes, AWS, CI/CD, GitHub, GitLab, and .NET.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor junior engineers, aligning development with technical standards and business objectives.
Design and implement robust, scalable software systems for Eftsure's product offerings.
Collaborate with cross-functional onshore and offshore teams to deliver software solutions on time and meet stakeholder expectations.
Conduct code reviews and create technical documentation to maintain code quality and longevity.
Research, recommend, and integrate tools and technologies that drive innovation.
Design scalable, secure systems protecting Australian businesses from payment fraud.
Develop and maintain software solutions meeting high standards of efficiency and scalability.

Skills

Mentoring

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Architecture

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Certifications welcome

Tools

Kubernetes

AWS

CI/CD

GitHub

GitLab

.NET

MSSQL

PostgreSQL

Java

Job description

• Lead and mentor junior engineers, aligning development with technical standards and business objectives
• Design and implement robust, scalable software systems for Eftsure’s product offerings
• Collaborate with cross-functional onshore and offshore teams to deliver software solutions on time and meet stakeholder expectations
• Conduct code reviews and create technical documentation to maintain code quality and longevity
• Research, recommend, and integrate tools and technologies that drive innovation
• Design scalable, secure systems protecting Australian businesses from payment fraud
• Develop and maintain software solutions meeting high standards of efficiency and scalability

Requirements

4 to 8 years of relevant professional experience as a software engineer
Demonstrated expertise in software development, programming languages and patterns, development methodologies, and modern tools
Ability to guide and inspire junior engineers
Exceptional problem-solving skills
Strong grasp of software architecture principles
Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is an advantage but not mandatory
Relevant certifications are highly regarded
Experience with Java, MSSQL, PostgreSQL, Kubernetes, AWS, CI/CD, GitHub, GitLab, and .NET

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in software development and architecture, with a strong focus on designing scalable and secure systems. Proven ability to lead and mentor junior engineers while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

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