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Data Enablement Lead
ExperiencedHybridFull-time
Location
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Salary
Not listed
Experience
5+ years
Posted
Today
Job Description
The role In this role, you will tackle engineering problems at scale, focusing on the architecture and implementation of distributed systems. You will take ownership of refactoring complex, monolithic systems into high-quality, scalable software that powers our global platform. By making major code design decisions, your work will directly influence Xero's engineering standards and frameworks. As a senior member of the team, your impact extends beyond code. You will act as a role model and mentor, coaching and developing others to cultivate a growth mindset. Your technical leadership will ensure the team consistently delivers exceptional solutions while maintaining a deep focus on technical excellence and continuous learning. The team Our collaborative engineering team focuses on modern delivery practices to build and maintain robust platform foundations. We work together closely through regular code reviews and agile methodologies to ensure seamless knowledge sharing and high-quality outcomes. Together, we foster a supportive culture centered on collective ownership, technical mastery, and continuous improvement. The team is currently working on - Working with our modern tech stack featuring C#, React, AWS, and Kubernetes to build scalable infrastructure. - Implementing robust CI/CD concepts, tooling, and test-driven development practices to optimise our delivery pipeline. - Evolving our architecture by breaking down legacy monolithic components into distributed, high-performing microservices. - Collaborating on future platform designs to elevate global engineering standards and frameworks. Where and how you can work Xero supports a flexible, hybrid working model that balances remote productivity with meaningful in-person collaboration. You can work from a mix of home and our modern office spaces, participating in designated collaborative team boost days to connect and strategise. Specific hybrid arrangements and office expectations can be tailored to suit your role and location. Here are some of the things we are looking for - You bring a deep passion for technical excellence and craft, with a proven track record of developing high-quality software. - A background in making major code design decisions and contributing to technical architectural designs will be highly valued. - Your experience includes working with a range of languages and tools, particularly within distributed or cloud environments. - You possess an innate drive to proactively maintain, grow, and share technical knowledge across the team. - Natural mentorship abilities shine through your desire to coach, guide, and serve as a supportive role model for other engineers. - Having a growth mindset and a love for solving complex engineering challenges at scale will help you thrive. Apply even if your experience isn't a perfect match! At Xero, we hire based on your skills, passion, and the unique perspective you can bring to enhance our culture and team.