Lead / Principal Software Engineer

About the Role

We’re hiring Lead and Principal Software Engineers to drive the next generation of our platforms. You’ll work on high-scale backend systems that process billions of transactions across 160+ countries, modernize core infrastructure, and lead AI tooling initiatives that raise performance, reliability, and developer productivity.

This role gives you the scope to set technical direction, mentor Senior Engineers, and influence architecture across multiple domains.

At WiseTech, you’ll have the opportunity to choose your team, tech stack, and projects. Our Technical Rotation Program gives new hires exposure to high-priority areas before settling, so you can align your skills and interests with the work that matters most.

What you bring

We look for engineers who solve problems, adapt quickly, and lead with impact. Deep technical expertise matters, but so does curiosity, ownership, and the ability to drive change. We value engineers who take ownership, challenge assumptions, and improve systems for long-term performance.

• 10+ years building scalable, fault-tolerant systems and enterprise software.
• Strong experience with backend architecture, platform modernization, and CI/CD.
• Proficiency in C#, Java, Python, SQL, and JavaScript.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Kinesis, Lambda) and DevOps tools (Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins).
• Proven ability to lead technical decisions, mentor engineers, and improve team productivity.
• Strong experience integrating and evaluating AI tools like GitHub Copilot and AIOps in real-world engineering workflows.
• Strong communication across product, compliance, and engineering teams.
• Track record of aligning technical work with business outcomes and customer value.

Our Development Team

WiseTech engineers lead high-impact projects in a flat, collaborative structure. We release over 3500 upgrades weekly through continuous delivery and automated deployment. Test Driven Development guides our engineering practices. We use a variety of technologies across teams. The most common include:

• Languages: C#, Java, Python, SQL, TypeScript.
• Frameworks: .NET Core, Spring Boot, Vue.js, React.
• Databases: SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, ElasticSearch.
• Tools: Kafka, Kibana, Docker, Selenium, GitHub Copilot.
• Test Frameworks: Jest, Cypress, Jasmine, Karma, ViTest, NUnit.

About WiseTech Global

WiseTech Global is a top 5 Australian tech giant and Top 30 ASX-listed company. As a leader in logistics technology, we’ve achieved consistent year-on-year growth driving success for our business and customers. Our flagship product CargoWise is a testament to our commitment to innovation. With a mission to enhance the efficiency of global supply chains, we offer a comprehensive platform that integrates all aspects of logistics from origin to destination.

Benefits

From day one, we focus on investing in our people and placing them at the heart of our business. We offer a range of benefits to support and empower our team members, including:

• Competitive Package + Equity – Be rewarded for your impact with a strong remuneration package and ownership in the company.
• Find the team/project that fits you best – Only at WTG will you have the opportunity to choose your own team, tech stack, and the project you’re passionate about. Explore different domains and broaden your expertise with our unique Technical Rotation Program.
• Free Daily Meals and Snacks – Get free breakfast and snacks every day. Enjoy a variety of catered lunches and an on-site barista from Monday to Friday.
• Hybrid and Flexible Work – Work a mix of office and remote days. We encourage more time in the office to support collaboration. Our workspaces are in Sydney (HQ), Melbourne, and Adelaide.
• Top-Tier Hardware – Work seamlessly with high-performance i9 processors and 64GB RAM machines.
• Continuous Learning and Growth – Access learning platforms (Coursera, Pluralsight, LinkedIn Learning, WiseTech Academy), mentorship, and development opportunities to level up your skills.

Before you Apply

From time to time, WiseTech Global may use external service providers to assist us with assessing applications, including background checks, on our behalf. Accordingly, by applying for this role and providing your personal information to WiseTech Global, you consent to WiseTech Global providing this information to our external service providers who are required to treat such information with strict confidentiality in line with privacy and data protection laws and regulations.

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