Senior Engineering & Technical Leadership Role Wobbitech | Melbourne CBD Office, Victoria 3000 | Immediate Start Preferred About Wobbitech Wobbitech is a fast-growing Melbourne-based software and technology company delivering innovative mobile apps, web platforms, SaaS products, and enterprise digital solutions across Australia and globally. We specialise in building scalable, high-performance systems that combine modern technology with practical business outcomes. About the Role This is a senior leadership role suited to a technically exceptional engineer who thrives in both coding and team leadership environments. You will lead a cross‑functional engineering team while remaining actively involved in architecture, development, code reviews, deployment processes, and technical decision-making. You will serve as the primary technical authority across mobile, web, infrastructure, and DevOps functions while working closely with stakeholders, product teams, and developers to ensure successful project delivery and scalable engineering practices. This role is ideal for a strong “player‑coach” who can confidently transition between hands‑on development, technical leadership, mentoring, delivery management, and stakeholder communication. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership & Architecture Lead the overall technical direction and architecture across web, mobile, and cloud platforms Define engineering standards, development processes, and coding best practices Drive scalability, security, performance, and reliability across all systems Review and approve technical designs, architecture decisions, and implementation strategies Identify opportunities for system optimisation and continuous improvement Lead root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and incident response activities Hands‑On Development Contribute directly to the codebase across mobile and web platforms Develop production‑quality applications, APIs, and backend services Build scalable, maintainable, and secure software solutions Perform code reviews and maintain high‑quality engineering standards Collaborate closely with developers to solve complex technical challenges Lead, mentor, and manage a cross‑functional engineering team Conduct performance reviews, technical coaching, and career development planning Support recruitment, onboarding, and team growth initiatives Foster a collaborative, high‑performance engineering culture Manage developer workloads, priorities, and project timelines Project & Delivery Management Translate business requirements into technical solutions and delivery plans Collaborate with stakeholders, designers, product teams, and clients Manage multiple concurrent projects and technical workstreams Lead Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand‑ups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming Ensure projects are delivered on time and aligned with business objectives DevOps & Infrastructure Establish and maintain CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows Oversee cloud infrastructure, monitoring, and DevOps practices Improve deployment automation, testing, and operational reliability Ensure proper security, backup, monitoring, and disaster recovery procedures are in place Technical Skills & Experience App Store and Play Store deployment experience Front‑End Development Back‑End Development WebSockets and real‑time systems Databases & Data Database optimisation and performance tuning DevOps & Cloud GitHub Actions / Jenkins Testing & Quality XCTest, JUnit, Jest, Espresso Secure coding and performance optimisation Preferred & Bonus Skills Experience with Firebase and push notification systems Familiarity with monitoring platforms such as Datadog, Sentry, or Mixpanel Knowledge of Framer Motion, Lottie, or animation frameworks Experience building SaaS or logistics‑related platforms Understanding of accessibility standards (WCAG) Experience with high‑scale or real‑time applications Prior logistics, transport, or operational systems experience Qualifications & Requirements 8+ years of professional software development experience Minimum 3–4 years in a Tech Lead, Engineering Lead, or similar leadership role Proven experience leading engineering teams of 5+ developers Strong portfolio of shipped mobile apps and/or live platforms Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects Experience working within Agile/Scrum environments Must be based in Australia and able to work from our Melbourne CBD office Why Join Wobbitech? Take full ownership of technical direction and engineering standards Work on diverse and innovative products across mobile, web, and SaaS Join a growing technology company with genuine long‑term opportunities Collaborate with a global and highly motivated team Competitive salary package based on experience Clear pathway toward Head of Engineering or CTO‑level progression Modern Melbourne CBD office environment Opportunity to shape the future of a scaling technology business Ready to Lead From the Front? If you are a technically strong engineer who also excels in leadership, mentoring, and delivery, this role offers genuine ownership and impact. #J-18808-Ljbffr