About the company
the company is the global leader in cybercrime detection and disruption.
We're a trusted partner for three of the four largest companies in the world and many large governments.
We've blocked over 225 million cyber-attacks to date, and we take down around 33% of the world's phishing attacks.Our purpose and passion are focused on just one thing: protecting the world from cybercrime.That passion shapes how we work, too.
We're proud of our talented team and the value each person brings, and we've built a workplace where people feel supported and inspired.
From strong benefits and wellness programs to meaningful collaboration and team connection.The Role
We're looking for a Backend Engineering Team Lead to establish and lead a new backend team responsible for several key the company products, including:TheIntegration Layer , which enables customers to integrate their SIEM platforms with the company dataNSI , which supports engagement with criminals conducting conversational scams at scaleTheWeb and SSL Server SurveySpam , which analyses emails from multiple sources to identify phishing and scam activityThese products are a mixture of legacy platforms that produce key data supporting the company systems and new products that support our customer base.
You'll be a technical leader with expertise across a varied stack, with the commercial acumen to understand how to modernise legacy products as well as commercialise recent products.You will build a new team to manage and improve these products, contributing code, demonstrating best practice, and managing an exciting delivery roadmap.You'll be:Working with Product and Design colleagues to evaluate each of your products, determining where immediate improvements can be made and helping to develop the long‐term strategy for eachOperating with autonomy, taking the initiative to solve problems and recognising the importance of adhering to demanding delivery timelinesManaging requirements from key stakeholders and customers,



understanding what needs to be done based on business needs without necessarily needing to be toldPrioritising, refining, and sequencing the team's workflow while retaining approximately*****% of your time for hands‐on engineeringDeeply embedded in conceiving and executing engineering solutions, creating performant systems and services to delight our customersUpholding high engineering standards with a demonstrable commitment to code quality, a test‐driven approach, and a modern continuous integration/continuous deployment delivery flowWell‐versed in how AI‐first development techniques can materially boost productivityResponsible for building and leading a high‐performing team of talented and enthusiastic engineersWhat You'll Need to Be SuccessfulStrong and demonstrable leadership skills, with a constructive attitude to problem‐solving and the ability to switch effectively between prioritiesExcellent communication skills, including the ability to distil technical concepts for a range of stakeholders and motivate a teamA strong engineering background spanning a range of technologies, includingGo, OpenSearch, and MongoDB , with Perl experience considered an advantageA demonstrable track record of identifying opportunities to create significant value within existing products and taking ideas from concept through to productionExperience partnering closely with Product Managers and Product Owners to shape product strategy, define priorities, and translate customer and business needs into effective technical solutionsExperience working withAWS technologiesand a range of machine learning tools and frameworksAn interest in reverse‐engineering codebases, where necessary,



to understand the inner workings of legacy productsExperience interviewing and hiring engineers, building effective teams, and fostering a culture of continuous improvementBonus Points If You Have:Strong Go development skills, particularly in technology modernisation or uplift projectsExperience with generative AI technologies and where and how to apply them to improve customer experiencesPractical experience managing engineers at different career stages, from recent graduates to seasoned professionalsThe Rewards Package33 days annual leave - includes public holidays which can be worked if you preferGenerous enhanced family leave and payEnhanced company sick pay from day one of employment, with additional support after your first six months' serviceSalary sacrifice pension with matched employer contributions up to 5% + NI savingsPrivate health cover, including access to a private GP serviceLife Assurance at 4 x salaryEquity tracking scheme (eligibility criteria apply) - allowing you share in the company's long term successHybrid and flexible working optionsMeals, snacks, and drinks provided in the officeComprehensive health, safety, and wellness service available 24/7 for you and your familyTwo paid Learning & Development days per year plus access to learning resources such as Udemy and Coursera to support your careerTwo Volunteering Days per year, to allow you to contribute to your wider community or charityEmployee Referral Bonus schemeSpot reward bonus scheme to reward truly outstanding contributionsDiversity, Equity & Inclusion
This is deeply important to us.
Through our ally network, we support under-represented groups andmaintaina working environment free from bias, harassment, or discrimination.
We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.We're also happy to make adjustments to the hiring process to ensure every candidate can participate fully.Please note:
the company does not accept unsolicited approaches from external recruiters.
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📌 Backend Engineering Team Lead (Brisbane)
🏢 United States Digital Space
📍 Brisbane