Senior Software Engineer

**Join the Revolution at Leonardo.Ai**

Leonardo.Ai is an Australian tech startup. Our mission is to unleash the world's creativity with its groundbreaking AI-powered platform.

**The Role**:
We're seeking highly skilled Senior Software Engineers with expertise in NodeJS to join our dynamic API team. As a Senior Engineer, you will be pivotal in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and efficient backend systems to support our platform’s functionality. Our API team enjoys various exciting and unique challenges, all centred around balancing fast-scaling AI technology while building the most intuitive and high-performing experience for our users.

**Responsibilities**:

- **Lead Projects**:Take ownership of delivering solutions for the API Team, driving initiatives that advance our current capabilities.
- ** Mentor Junior Team Members**:Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering their growth and development.
- ** Develop Best Practices**:Be a thought leader in developing our best practices, ensuring high standards across our processes.
- ** Hands-on Coding**:Write clean, efficient, well-documented code that enhances our platform’s reliability and performance.
- **Cross-Team Collaboration**:Work closely with product and design teams to ensure project alignment for the business needs.
- ** Share Knowledge**: Share your knowledge and expertise to enhance team collaboration and collective growth.
- ** Continuous Growth**:Under the mentorship of Tech Leads and the Head of Engineering, stay ahead by exploring emerging trends and technologies in software engineering and AI.
- ** Champion Diversity**:Lead initiatives to promote diversity and fair treatment, creating an inclusive work culture where all team members feel valued.
- ** Stay Technologically Ahead**:Keep up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in software engineering and AI to continuously improve our processes.

**Skills We Seek**:

- Strong backend software development experience with a focus on NodeJS
- Expertise in designing and building scalable backend systems with TypeScript, NodeJS, REST API or GraphQL
- Exposure to NestJS
- Proficiency in database technologies like PostgreSQL
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional teams
- Demonstrated ability to mentor and drive technical excellence within the team

**Our Culture**:

- ** Inclusive Culture**: We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered. At Leonardo AI, your unique perspectives and experiences are welcomed and essential to our success.
- ** Flexible Work Environment**:We understand the importance of work-life balance. Enjoy the flexibility to work remotely or from our vibrant offices. We have employees all over Australia, ensuring you can thrive personally and professionally.
- ** Empowering Growth**: Your development is our priority. We offer continuous learning opportunities and career growth tailored to your goals. You’ll be encouraged to grow and excel in your career at Leonardo AI.
- ** Impactful Work**: Join us in shaping the future of AI. You'll work on innovative projects that have a meaningful impact, and your contributions will help drive advancements in AI creativity.

**What's in it for you?**

A range of benefits to set you up for every success in and outside of work. Here's a taste of what's on offer:

- Impact the future of AI
- Reward package including equity - we want our success to be yours too
- Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers with 18 weeks paid leave
- An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your wellbeing, social connection, office setup & more
- Flexible leave options that empower you to be a force for good, take time to recharge and supports you personally, including remote working abroad
- Support with your professional development
- Fun and engaging company events, both virtual and in-person

**Next Steps**: