Engineering LeadVaricon · Melbourne, Australia · Full time / HybridAbout VariconVaricon is on a mission to level the playing field for civil contractors.
We build powerful, easy-to-use construction management software that gives small and mid-size civil contractors the same tools the big players have, without the cost or complexity.
From real-time cost tracking and progress claims to timesheets, site diaries, and accounts payable automation, our platform connects site and office so contractors can focus on delivering projects and winning more work.Backed by leading investors and trusted by civil contractors across Australia, we're a Melbourne-headquartered team with engineering capability in Nepal, building software that genuinely makes a difference to the people who build our infrastructure.The OpportunityVaricon is at an inflection point.
We have a live product, an engineering team inhouse based offshore in Nepal and are building momentum.
We're looking for a Principal Engineer to help us level up how we build, ship, and scale.This is a rare kind of role: one where you get real technical authority and real leadership responsibility, without having to choose between them.
You'll shape our architecture, set the standard for how we work, and be a hands-on contributor to what we ship.
You'll also be a key force in developing our engineering culture towards excellence.It could be a great fit if you're an engineer who grew into leadership but never lost the love of the craft, and you want to join a business where urgency, quality, and customer obsession are core values.What You'll DoTechnical LeadershipOwn architecture decisions across our web, backend, and mobile stackWrite and review production code , this is a hands-on role,



not just an oversight oneSet and enforce engineering standards across code quality, testing, documentation, and release managementDrive the adoption of modern development practices, including agentic workflows and AI-assisted toolingTeam LeadershipLead, mentor, and actively develop a 26-person engineering team based in NepalPartner with Melbourne-based stakeholders to shape priorities, requirements, and delivery cadenceBuild a high-performance engineering culture across both locationsCreate accountability structures and ways of working that let good engineers do their best workDelivery & StrategyIdentify and resolve delivery bottlenecks, fastWork closely with the founders and product team to translate ambition into executionBuild out Varicon's Melbourne engineering capability over timeBring the right mix of structure and pragmatism to a fast-moving environmentWhat We're Looking ForExtensive software engineering experience, including senior or principal-level rolesGenuinely hands-on , you still write code, review PRs, and make technical callsExperience leading or mentoring distributed or offshore engineering teamsStrong communication and stakeholder management skillsHigh standards, high urgency , you move fast and bring others with youComfortable operating in environments where the path isn't always clearOur StackBackend: Python / Django, FastAPIFrontend: ReactMobile: Flutter (Flutter experience is a bonus, but not essential)Infrastructure: AWS, Docker / ECSWhy VariconMeaningful technical authority from day oneThe chance to build something that lasts and moves the industry forward in a meaningful wayHuge impact potential with a team to invest in and developA business culture based that values ownership, impact, speed and craftSalary + ESOPVaricon is based in Melbourne, Australia.
This role is on-site / hybrid in Melbourne.

📌 Principal Engineer (Melbourne)
🏢 Varicon
📍 Melbourne