Introduction Who we are… Founded in 2002, ELMO Software has established itself as a leading provider of innovative HR technology solutions, proudly serving over 2,000 mid-sized organizations and more than one million end users across Australia, New Zealand and UK. Our comprehensive suite of ISO-certified solutions covers the entire employee lifecycle, empowering HR professionals to effectively manage their workforce and contribute to strategic decision-making. At ELMO, our purpose is to unleash the impact of HR. Designed with flexibility and scalability in mind, ELMO's one-stop HR Information System (HRIS) adapts to your unique needs and workflows, ensuring seamless integration into your existing processes. Leveraging powerful technology, automation, and data analytics, ELMO Software equips organizations with the tools they need to drive efficiency and enhance employee engagement. Join us and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to transforming HR practices through cutting-edge technology Life & Culture At ELMO, you’ll join an extraordinary team dedicated to making a significant impact. We cultivate an authentic, collaborative, and vibrant work environment where creativity thrives. As an ELMOnian, you become part of an exceptional community that encourages personal and professional growth. Here, you’ll be supported through challenges, inspired to push your boundaries, and celebrated for your contributions. Join us to not only advance your career but also to enjoy a fulfilling and enjoyable workplace experience Some of our benefits include: Hybrid work set up Paid Parental leave - 12 weeks primary, 6 weeks secondary Birthday leave, YOU day each year, as well as connecting people leave (up to 6 weeks working from anywhere) Inhouse Learning and Development initiatives ELMO Social and Diversity clubs Wellbeing initiatives such as boot camp, yoga etc. Mental Health/EAP programs Flare Benefits (great discounts, novated leasing, salary sacrifice) Our values: Obsess over customers - Everything we do is designed to positively impact our customers Help others thrive - Be they colleagues, communities or customers, we champion ways to help others thrive Seek out different - We constantly look to innovate, challenge the status quo and defy barriers Be fearlessly optimistic - We bring unwavering positivity to any challenge as we know it will drive meaningful change Please note: Our internal Talent Acquisition team has got this covered, we’re not open to using an agency for this role. Description Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Lead Software Engineer at ELMO is required to operate on two different levels: Individually Has expert technical knowledge and is ready and willing to share learning and experiences with others to be more effective in their roles. Able to solve deep, complex technical problems with maintainable well-crafted software. Actively involved in helping guide others through tough technical challenges. Able to communicate technical concepts confidently and clearly. A solid team player proficient at delivering software products using agile practices. Is maturing as a thought leader in technology and architecture able to take concerns like infrastructure, identity management, security, scalability, performance, concurrency and maintainability into consideration. Ensure compliance with Information Security and privacy policies and procedures. As a Team Member Lead and drive technical projects within a team. Able to drive technical solid thought leadership and ability to influence Product Managers and Engineering managers to reduce technical debt and align the product roadmap with the technical roadmap. A valued member, a proactive supporter of the team and the leadership that consistently delivers high-quality outcomes. Customer-centric, considerate of the product and its intended for end-users. Pivotal at improving both the product, the team's environment and internal technical processes. Manage and actively maintain the technical debt backlog. Complete High-level estimates and conduct spikes to de-risk these estimates. Determine and document technical/architectural solutions. Developing the technical vision and roadmap to align with business objectives and broader Elmo Architecture. Assess new technologies and see-through adoption. Incident response and mitigation. Ensure quality and security practices meet outcomes (test coverage, reviews, production monitoring, OWASP and cybersecurity etc.). Technical alignment (ensure consistency and speed in technical solutions, processes and operation) e.g. Branching Strategies, Pipeline Management, Technical practices, Conventions. Individual engineers are recruited, onboarded, upskilled and continuously technically mentored. Ensure compliance with ELMO’s information security privacy policies and procedures. The core responsibilities of the Lead Software Engineer includes but is not limited to: Manage and actively maintain the technical debt backlog. Complete High-level estimates and conduct spikes to de-risk these estimates. Determine and document technical/architectural solutions. Developing the technical vision and roadmap to align with business objectives and broader Elmo Architecture. Assess new technologies and see-through adoption. Incident response and mitigation. Ensure quality and security practices meet outcomes (test coverage, reviews, production monitoring, OWASP and cybersecurity etc.). Technical alignment (ensure consistency and speed in technical solutions, processes and operation) e.g. Branching Strategies, Pipeline Management, Technical practices, Conventions. Individual engineers are recruited, onboarded, upskilled and continuously technically mentored. Ensure compliance with ELMO’s information security privacy policies and procedures. Skills And Experiences Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree with a concentration in Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent experience of minimum of three years. 7 years of experience in software development including migration Proven leadership skill (mentoring and coaching junior to mid developers) Strong knowledge of .NET web framework, .NET core, and Entity Framework. Proficient in {{C# and/or VB.NET}}, with a good knowledge of their ecosystems Demonstrated 3-5 years' work experience of agile/scrum methodology Strong understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) Familiarity with React JS Familiarity with AWS services Familiarity with Microsoft SQL Server Familiar with various design and architectural patterns Understanding of fundamental design principles for building a scalable application A knack for writing clean, readable, and easily maintainable code Experience implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests Proficient understanding of code versioning tools such as Git, SVN, and Mercurial Follow industry best practices Well-developed communication, presentation and interpersonal skills ELMO Software Limited is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to join our team. Key to this role is an awareness of data privacy and security as you will be dealing with sensitive employee data in accordance with ELMO’s ISO27001:2022 Certified security policies and practices.