Senior Software Engineer - Platform

Easygo; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 153,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment software company in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Software Engineer. The role focuses on backend development, engaging in coding, testing, and leading discussions. Candidates should have 7+ years of experience, proficiency in Node.js and Docker, and a bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of A$170,000. Ideal for those eager to innovate in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on experience in software engineering with backend focus.
• Proficiency in Subscriptions technology, WebSockets, and Pub/Sub.
• Strong understanding of code architecture and design principles.

Responsibilities

• Engage in hands-on coding, testing, debugging, and troubleshooting.
• Write efficient and maintainable code adhering to coding standards.
• Lead technical discussions and propose solutions to enhance performance.

Skills

Backend development

Node.js

Docker

Cloud services

TypeScript

GraphQL

Problem solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

CI/CD tools

AWS Code Pipeline

GitHub Actions

PostgreSQL

Elasticsearch

Job description

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Easygo leads the world in crafting top-tier entertainment experiences. Within our engineering organisation, we foster a continuous learning environment, constantly pushing the boundaries of large‑scale software design and development. Our culture revolves around fostering growth, nurturing learning, and upholding excellence in engineering, ensuring we consistently set the benchmark for engineering mastery.

Are you a passionate and ambitious software engineer ready to dive into an environment that fosters innovation, continuous learning, and professional growth? We’re seeking talented individuals who are eager to tackle complex problems, build scalable solutions, and collaborate with some of the finest engineers in the entertainment industry.

• Complex Projects, Creative Solutions: Dive into intricate projects that challenge and push boundaries. Solve complex technical puzzles and craft scalable solutions.
• Accelerate Your Growth: Access mentorship, training, and hands‑on experiences to level up your skills. Learn from industry experts and gain expertise in scaling software.
• Collaborate with Industry Leaders: Work alongside exceptional engineers, exchanging ideas and driving innovation forward through collaboration.
• Caring Culture, Career Development: We deeply care about your career. Our culture prioritizes your growth with tailored learning programs and mentorship.
• Embrace Challenges, Celebrate Success: Take on challenges, learn from failures, and celebrate achievements together.
• Shape the Future: Your contributions will shape the future of entertainment.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively engage in hands‑on coding, testing, debugging, and troubleshooting to ensure code quality, scalability, and maintainability.
• Write efficient, scalable, and maintainable code, adhering to coding standards and best practices.
• Lead technical discussions and propose solutions that drive team performance and contribute to team and company OKRs.
• Innovate within the team by pushing for improvements and driving constructive changes to enhance team performance and efficiency.
• Analyse complex problems and provide effective solutions, contributing to team goals and initiatives.
• Lead and independently complete medium‑sized projects or components from start to finish.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and take initiative in technical discussions.
• Share knowledge and best practices with the team, fostering a collaborative and learning‑oriented environment.
• Mentor junior engineers by providing guidance and constructive feedback to support their growth.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, product managers, and engineering teams to effectively communicate technical concepts.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
• 7+ years of hands‑on experience in software engineering, with a primary focus on backend development.
• Experience with technologies such as Node.js, Microservices, Docker, Cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and related technologies.
• Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., AWS Code Pipeline, GitHub Actions) for automating the deployment process.
• Proficiency in Subscriptions technology (WebSockets, Pub/Sub), TypeScript, GraphQL, database technologies such as PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch.
• Strong understanding of code architecture and design principles.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with teams and stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset to address complex technical challenges and devise innovative solutions.
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn new technologies to grow as a full‑stack engineer.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Svelte + SvelteKit or other server‑side rendering frameworks (e.g., React + NextJS, Vue + Nuxt, Quasar, etc).

If you’re passionate about growth, innovation, and working with the best, we’d love to have you on our team!

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Software Development

Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Salary: A$170,000.00 - A$170,000.00