Lead Engineer - Design Systems - Remote

Overview

The Lead Engineer position involves managing a team while also focusing on developing software within the Design Systems team at SEEK, ensuring high-quality engineering practices.

In Short

• Lead a team of engineers in the Design Systems group.
• Write clean, scalable, and testable code.
• Manage support requests and troubleshoot issues.
• Strengthen engineering discipline and team capability.
• Foster team wellbeing, inclusivity, and engagement.
• Guide team members in their functional capabilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional senior stakeholders.
• Act as an ambassador for SEEK engineering.
• Support the recruitment and onboarding of new hires.
• Maintain a culture of open-source development.

Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of React, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
• Experience with accessibility guidelines and ARIA.
• Ability to write well-tested, readable software.
• Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Empathy and high emotional intelligence.
• Ability to coach and mentor team members.
• Leadership experience in engineering teams.
• Open-minded collaborator with a growth mindset.
• Comfortable dealing with uncertainty.

Benefits

• Paid and unpaid leave benefits, including Flexi Days.
• Opportunity to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year.
• Tailored career development planning.
• Flexible dress code.