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Lead Engineer

EngineerEngineerFull TimeRemoteSeniorTeam 1,001-5,000Since 2006H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Canada

Posted

39 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Senior

Bachelor Degree9 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

Lead Engineer

Xero

The role / impact You will focus on solving engineering problems at scale, moving beyond feature delivery to influence the architecture and implementation of distributed systems. By refactoring complex, monolithic systems and building high-quality, scalable software, your work ensures our platform remains robust and reliable for millions of global users. As a senior member of the team, you will have the autonomy to make major code design decisions and contribute to global engineering standards. You will balance technical excellence with mentorship, acting as a role model and coaching others through complex technical challenges to help them grow. The team / how they connect You will join a collaborative environment where engineers, product owners, and designers work together using agile and delivery practices to ship meaningful code. The team prioritises continuous learning and mastery, frequently participating in code reviews and knowledge-sharing sessions to maintain a high bar for technical craft. The team is currently working on / Initially, you will focus on - Modernising systems by refactoring monolithic components into distributed, scalable architectures. - Enhancing the developer experience through the maturation of CI/CD concepts, tooling, and TDD practices. - Building and maintaining a diverse tech stack that includes C#, .Net, React, AWS, and Kubernetes. - Developing and implementing technical solution designs that align with long-term engineering frameworks. Where and how you can work This role is based in our Vancouver office, where we embrace a hybrid working model. You will have the flexibility to work from home while joining the team in the office for "boost days" to collaborate, socialise, and solve complex problems in person. Here are some of the things we are looking for - Proven experience delivering and operating complex, large-scale systems (distributed/high-availability environments), with strong fundamentals and the ability to ramp quickly across adjacent technologies (we’re tech-stack agnostic). - You bring a growth mindset and a passion for proactively maintaining and sharing technical knowledge with your peers. - A background in designing and building high-quality software within a range of languages and tools is essential. - You possess the ability to lead major code design decisions and contribute to wider technical solutioning. - Experience with modern engineering practices like automated testing, refactoring, and agile delivery is key to your success. - You enjoy mentoring other engineers and helping them grow their technical skills through supportive coaching. - A deep care for technical excellence and a drive to solve large-scale engineering challenges motivates your daily work. 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. We are also tech stack agnostic, so please apply if you've worked with adjacent technologies. Compensation Philosophy At Xero, we value the impact and skills you bring to the team. We don’t just hire for a role; we invest in people. We believe in a Total Package philosophy - which means your value isn't just a single number on a paycheck. While base salary is a core component, we look at your compensation through a holistic lens that includes equity, performance incentives, and world-class benefits. The base salary range for this role in Canada is $186,000 - $236,000 CAD. Please note that this range represents base salary only. We believe in rewarding our people for their total contribution, which is why we look at compensation through a holistic lens. In addition to base pay, your total package may include: - Variable Pay: Eligibility commissions or equity based on role and performance. - Comprehensive Benefits: World-class health, wellness, and retirement programs. - Xero Perks: Inside Xero Explore our full suite of benefits, from wellbeing initiatives to professional development. Individual pay is determined by various factors, including geography, level of experience, and the specific skills you bring to the role

Benefits

  • 401(K), 401(K) matching, Adoption Assistance, Commuter benefits, Company equity, Company-sponsored outings, Customized development tracks, Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff, Dental insurance, Disability insurance, Diversity manifesto, Documented equal pay policy, Volunteer in local community, Family medical leave, Fitness stipend, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Flexible work schedule, Generous parental leave, Generous PTO, Company-sponsored happy hours, Health insurance, Highly diverse management team, Job training & conferences, Open door policy, Life insurance, Mentorship program, Paid volunteer time, Open office floor plan, Paid holidays, Pair programming, Paid sick days, Pet insurance, Promote from within, Lunch and learns, Remote work program, Return-to-work program post parental leave, Free snacks and drinks, Team based strategic planning, OKR operational model, Team workouts, Mandated unconscious bias training, Vision insurance, Wellness programs, Some meals provided, Mental health benefits, Diversity employee resource groups, Hiring practices that promote diversity, Fertility benefits, Employee resource groups, Employee-led culture committees, Quarterly engagement surveys, Hybrid work model, Employee awards, Diversity recruitment program, Wellness days, Meditation space, Personal development training, Flexible time off, Company-wide vacation

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