Team Leader - Software Development

Lite n' Easy; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Lite n' Easy is seeking a Software Development Team Lead in Brisbane to head a 5-person in-house ICT team. You will guide web and application development across the Microsoft stack, aligning technical delivery with business goals.

Responsibilities include mentoring, setting coding standards, and overseeing end-to-end delivery in a hybrid environment that blends Agile and Waterfall. Strong communication is essential to influence stakeholders and drive quality.

Qualifications

• Seasoned software leader with 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience in web and application development within Microsoft stack.
• Strong communication skills to influence senior developers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of 5 developers, fostering growth.
• Establish and enforce coding standards across the development cycle.
• Manage timelines from concept to launch with project alignment.
• Work in a hybrid delivery model including Agile/Waterfall and BAU tasks.
• Ensure application reliability, performance, and security while driving innovation.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentoring

Web development

Application development

Communication

Tools

Microsoft .NET

SQL Server

React.js

JavaScript

jQuery

CSS/SASS

DOTNET MAUI

Job description

At Lite n' Easy our goal is to create a healthier Australia by changing the way Australians eat. We make it easy for people to eat well, whether they want to lose weight or simply stay healthy. As a quality driven food company, all of our creative energies go into making our meals as delicious as they are healthy.

About the Role

Are you a seasoned Developer who enjoys both the strategy of leadership and staying close to the code? At Lite n' Easy, we are looking for a Software Development Team Lead to join our Brisbane-based ICT team. This is a high-impact, "brownfield" environment where you will head a team of 5 in-house developers dedicated to continuous improvement.

Your new role

• Lead & Mentor: Head a team of 5 skilled developers, fostering a collaborative environment and identifying opportunities for their professional growth.
• Enforce Standards: Establish and lead best practices in Web and Application development, ensuring the team maintains excellent coding standards across the full development cycle.
• Technical Delivery: Manage timelines from concept through to application launch, working closely with the Applications Manager and ICT Project Manager to prioritize strategic initiatives.
• Hybrid Approach: Navigate a diverse workload involving Agile/ Waterfall and Squads for projects Business-As-Usual (BAU) tasks.
• Technical Quality: Ensure the reliability, performance, and security of applications while driving innovation to meet evolving business needs.

What We're Looking For

• You have proven experience with web and application development experience within the Microsoft suite and at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• You have worked in commercial industries and thrived in broader roles within smaller teams
• Technical Mastery:
  • Backend: Extensive experience in Microsoft .Net (C#, .Net Core, VB.Net) and SQL Server.
  • Frontend: Proficiency in React.js, JavaScript, jQuery, and advanced styling using CSS/SASS and grid-based frameworks.
  • Advantageous: Experience with D365, Salesforce integrations, or mobile development (.Net Maui) is highly regarded.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal skills are essential to influence senior developers and collaborate across the business.

Why Join Us? Support Lite n' Easy's mission to create a healthier Australia by developing applications that drive our day-to-day operations and broader strategic goals. If you are an adaptable leader ready for a broader commercial challenge and a clear path toward future management, we want to hear from you.