As a Lead Engineer (Technical Delivery) at Bilue, you will collaborate with our product, project, and UI/UX teams to design and deliver high-quality technical solutions for our clients.

This role is ideal for a Principal Engineer or Tech Lead looking to expand beyond pure engineering into solution architecture and technical leadership, while remaining hands-on in defining and driving delivery. With a strong software engineering background, you will take on solutioning, project coordination, and technical leadership, guiding teams to build exceptional digital products.

A background in consulting is ideal, demonstrating the ability to work collaboratively with clients and stakeholders to design and implement solutions across various technologies is essential. Proficiency in cloud-native backend development using Azure and AWS, coupled with a strong understanding of digital channels (mobile, web, and portals), is required.

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with senior business leaders, product managers, designers, and business analysts to understand business requirements and translate them into actionable technical solutions.
• Facilitate communication between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders to ensure alignment on project objectives and deliverables.
• Serve as the primary technical contact for stakeholders, managing discussions and decision-making to ensure expectations are met.

Architecture & Discovery

• Lead the discovery and design of greenfield solutions, evaluating technologies, frameworks, and architectures in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Develop solution designs that address business needs, prioritising scalability, performance, and security.
• Guide technical teams in adopting best practices in architecture and development to align with organisational standards and technology strategies.
• Coordinate with product, UI/UX, and technical implementation teams to ensure seamless platform design and delivery.

Technical Documentation

• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, design specifications, integration architecture, and API specifications.
• Ensure documentation is clear, detailed, and accessible to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Review and refine technical documentation as part of governance processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards and policies.

Technology Leadership

• Design and implement solutions leveraging Azure and AWS backend services, ensuring optimal use of cloud resources for reliability and scalability.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies and industry trends, applying this knowledge to influence technical decisions and innovations.

About You

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in solution/technical architecture, technical leadership, or engineering leadership roles within digital product teams or consultancies (not large-scale enterprise environments).
• Strong understanding of microservices, API design, and security best practices, with a focus on pragmatic, scalable solutions over rigid enterprise frameworks.
• Demonstrated experience in cloud-native backend development on Azure and AWS, particularly in agile, product-focused environments.
• Expertise in client-facing digital channels, including mobile, web, and portals, with a strong emphasis on user-centric solutions rather than enterprise-grade systems integration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage cross-functional teams, clients, and stakeholders in fast-moving projects.
• Strong technical leadership and delivery management skills, with a focus on shipping digital products rather than managing large, bureaucratic programs.
• Proven experience in developing and maintaining digital products, ideally in startups, scale-ups, or consulting teams delivering modern digital solutions.
• Experience working in consulting environments, delivering tailored digital solutions to clients, rather than overseeing monolithic, long-term enterprise implementations.

Life at Bilue

• Client-focused: We are dedicated to delivering exceptional value to our clients while supporting each other to achieve collective success.
• Flexible work: We offer 1-2 days per week in the office, balancing flexibility with the expectation that you'll go the extra mile for our clients when needed.
• Professional development: We’re committed to your personal and professional growth, offering continuous learning through Go1 (which provides unlimited access to a wide range of courses), along with support from our dedicated internal performance coach.
• Annual events: We organise annual events to foster in-person connection and team collaboration.
• Flat structure: We operate with a flat structure, where our casual, approachable executive leadership team (ELT) ensures everyone’s voice is heard.
• Internal communities: We build and nurture internal communities for knowledge sharing and collaboration, keeping everyone connected and informed.

Bilue = Big + Blue Ocean. Are you ready to set sail? Apply now!

NB. This is a full-time position based in Sydney. To be considered, candidates must have unrestricted working rights in Australia.

We believe that having balanced and diverse teams is fundamental to our success. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, neurodiversity or disability status.

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