Lead Engineer - Front End Platform & Design System
AI
Xero is seeking a Lead Engineer for its Front End Platform & Design System team to shape the technical direction of front end development across multiple teams. The role involves guiding a modern React and TypeScript stack, improving CI/CD pipelines, and championing front end performance, accessibility, and developer experience. The position is based in Tasmania, Australia, with hybrid or remote options on the East Coast.
What you'll do
- Leading the technical direction of Xero’s front end
- Guiding a modern front end stack (React, TypeScript, and associated tooling) across multiple teams
- Influencing CI/CD and delivery pipeline improvements at a platform level
What you need
Must-have
ReactTypeScriptCI/CDAutomated TestingTDDDistributed ArchitecturesAI Tools
Soft skills
CoachingMentoringCollaborationStrategic ThinkingProblem SolvingInfluencing
Front EndPlatformDesign SystemReactTypeScriptLead EngineerSoftware DevelopmentCI/CDDeveloper ExperienceAccessibility