Lead Software Engineer

Deputy is a leading global SaaS workforce management company that has achieved unicorn status, serving over 1.5 million workers and 375,000 workplaces across 100+ countries. The company focuses on transforming work for hourly workers, from baristas to nurses, making workplaces more efficient and enjoyable.

As a Lead Software Engineer (Backend), you'll be at the forefront of building key technical projects that power Deputy's platform. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on technical leadership, where you'll be responsible for designing and implementing high-performance solutions that serve millions of users worldwide. You'll work with modern technologies including PHP, Go, microservices architecture, and various AWS services.

The position offers a unique opportunity to make a real impact on how businesses manage their workforce, working with a diverse, global team across hubs in Sydney, Melbourne, San Francisco, and London. You'll lead technical decisions, mentor other engineers, and collaborate with product and design teams to build solutions that directly affect 100,000 workplaces.

The ideal candidate will bring 6+ years of software development experience, with proven expertise in API design, microservices architecture, and modern development practices. You'll need strong leadership skills to guide teams, set technical direction, and maintain high engineering standards. The role offers excellent benefits including share options, flexible remote work, and various professional development opportunities.

If you're passionate about creating solutions that put people first and want to be part of a company that's improving the world of work for millions of hourly workers, this role at Deputy offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.