Founding Engineer

Responsibilities

• Core Payroll Engine: Develop robust payroll processing systems handling Australian tax calculations, superannuation, leave accruals, and award interpretations.
• Compliance Automation: Build automated compliance workflows for STP (Single Touch Payroll), ATO reporting, Fair Work requirements, and state-based obligations.
• Integration Platform: Create seamless integrations with popular accounting software, HRIS systems, and government reporting platforms.
• User Interface: Design intuitive dashboards and workflows for both payroll administrators and employees.
• API Infrastructure: Develop scalable APIs that can handle high-volume payroll processing and real-time compliance checking.
• Product Development: Lead end-to-end development of payroll and compliance features from conception to deployment.
• Architecture Design: Make critical decisions about technology stack, system architecture, and development practices.
• Compliance Integration: Work closely with our compliance experts to translate complex Australian regulations into automated software solutions.
• Quality Assurance: Establish robust testing practices, ensuring accuracy in financial calculations and regulatory compliance.
• Performance Optimization: Build systems capable of processing payroll for thousands of employees efficiently.
• Security Implementation: Ensure the highest standards of data security and privacy protection for sensitive payroll information.
• Team Building: As we grow, help recruit and mentor additional engineering talent.
  

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in modern backend technologies (Node.js, Python, Java, or Go).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Database design and optimization (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or similar).
• RESTful API design and development.
• Understanding of software security principles and data protection.
• Experience with version control (Git) and CI/CD practices.
  

Highly Desirable

• Previous experience with fintech, payroll, or compliance software.
• Knowledge of Australian payroll regulations and tax systems.
• Experience with microservices architecture.
• Frontend development skills (React, Vue.js, or Angular).
• Experience with automated testing frameworks.
• Understanding of DevOps practices and infrastructure as code.
  

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Technical Excellence: Strong engineering fundamentals with experience building reliable, scalable systems.
• Product Mindset: Understanding that great engineering serves great user experiences.
• Regulatory Curiosity: Interest in learning about complex compliance requirements and translating them into elegant software solutions.
• Startup Energy: Comfort with ambiguity, rapid iteration, and wearing multiple hats.
• Collaborative Spirit: Ability to work closely with non-technical domain experts and translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Quality Focus: Understanding that payroll software requires extreme accuracy and reliability.