Software Engineer Team Lead at CorePlan

This role is based in Perth, WA. We’re currently considering candidates who are already located in (or relocating to) Perth.

🔍 About Us

CorePlan isn’t your typical mining software company. We’re a Perth tech startup reimagining mining operations through our innovative digital SaaS drilling management platform.

We’ve replaced traditional paper and spreadsheet systems with a cloud-based platform that streamlines drilling operations, data management, and team collaboration.

We’re a high-performing team of execution-focused self-starters, building the next generation of software for mining.

💼 The Role

We're seeking an experienced Software Engineer to lead a team of up to 6 engineers You’ll help set the technical direction, guide system architecture, and drive the delivery of complex features on our SaaS platform whilst still having the opportunity to get your hands dirty with coding.

This role is a perfect opportunity for a Senior Engineer who loves to lead a team but does not want to hang up their coding gloves.

⚡ What You’ll Do

• Lead the design and delivery of high-performance features for our customers

• Architect scalable backend services, APIs and data models to process operational drilling data

• Set technical standards and drive best practices across the codebase, tools, and pipelines

• Guide and mentor a team of Software Engineers, building capability and fostering a growth-oriented culture

• Collaborate closely with product and design to deliver seamless end-to-end solutions

🧠 Qualifications and Fit

• 5+ years of professional software development experience, including 2+ years in a technical leadership role

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience

• Proven ability to lead projects or small teams while staying hands-on

• Strong proficiency in TypeScript and/or Python and their relevant web frameworks

• Experience dealing with relational databases at scale (Postgres/Mysql)

• Experience with agile development methodologies and modern software practices

• Background in B2B SaaS

• Familiarity with DevOps practices and cloud platforms

• Proven track record of building and scaling software products

• Excellent communication skills and ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

🛠️ Tech Stack

• Backend: Node.js (TypeScript), Django (Python), PostgreSQL, Amazon Web Services

• Frontend: Next.js, React, TypeScript, Tailwind CSS

• Mobile: React Native

🎁 Perks & Benefits

• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

• Central CBD location

• Vibrant office culture -open plan space, birthday celebrations, team events (hello movie nights + office jukebox!)

• Access to EAP mental health & wellbeing services

• Chance to build meaningful software used globally in the mining industry

• Room to grow - we’re scaling fast and love promoting from within

• Genuine ownership - your work has impact from day one

🚀 Ready for your next adventure?

If you're ready to bring your A-game to a tech-forward startup, click APPLY NOW to submit your CV and cover letter. Have questions? Reach out to us at [email protected]