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Development Lead
Apply nowJob no:517621 Work type:Full time Location:VIC - Metro Categories:Information Technology
Spotlight Retail Group (SRG) is the force driving Spotlight, Anaconda and Harris Scarfe. As we continue our multi-brand, multi-country digital expansion, we are looking for a Development Lead – Cloud Engineering to steer our high-transaction eCommerce platforms into the next era of cloud-native excellence.
The Opportunity
This isn't just a management role; it’s a hands-on technical leadership position. You will oversee the design, development, and maintenance of scalable, secure eCommerce solutions across our entire digital ecosystem. You’ll bridge the gap between architecture and delivery, ensuring our platforms remain resilient during high-traffic retail events.
What You’ll Be Doing
Engineering Leadership: Lead the full-stack development of our multi-brand eCommerce websites, setting coding standards and architectural patterns.
Full-Stack Design: Provide hands-on guidance across Frontend, Backend, and BFF (Backend-for-Frontend) layers using Next.js, React, NestJS, and Node.js.
Cloud Evolution: Design and operate cloud-native solutions (AWS preferred) with a focus on scalability, caching strategies, and CDN optimization.
Security & Compliance: Ensure world-class handling of payments and PII, integrating WAF and secure API designs.
Collaboration: Work closely with product and platform teams to reduce integration defects and evolve our technical roadmaps.
What You Bring
Experience: 12–15 years in software engineering, with a proven track record in leadership and large-scale eCommerce or high-transaction platforms.
Tech Stack: Mastery of TypeScript, Node.js, and React., Java, NestJS
Cloud Mastery: Solid experience with AWS or GCP, including Lambda, EventBridge, DynamoDB, and CI/CD pipelines and observability of backend services
Experience with caching strategies, performance optimisation, and scalability patterns across frontend and backend layers
Architectural Depth: Deep understanding of BFF architectures, microservices, and event-driven patterns.
Leadership Style: A mentor who can balance high-level stakeholder engagement with "under-the-hood" engineering.
Why Join SRG?
Stability & Growth: Full-time, ongoing role in one of Australia’s largest privately-owned family businesses.
Rewards: Competitive salary, Profit Share Scheme, and team discounts across all our iconic brands.
Impact: Real influence over the tech roadmap of a market leader in the Australian retail space.
Ready to lead our cloud engineering future? Click 'Apply Now' to submit your resume.
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You’ll find details on our recruitment process below. Make sure you’re well prepared to keep your nerves at bay and to maximise your chances of making a great impression.
1. Update Your CV
Make sure your CV is up-to- date with your latest skills and experience, and that it’s tailored to the role you are seeking. It is a legal requirement that all Spotlight employees have the right to work in Australia.
2. Apply
You can apply online by selecting the relevant job link above, uploading your CV and completing the online application form.
3. Attend An Interview
If your application has been successful, we will ask you to take part in one or more of the following:
phone interview
face-to-face interview
group interview.
4. Reference & Police Check
As part of the screening process, we will obtain your consent to complete two work-related reference checks and, for roles that require one, a police check.
5. Job Offer
Congratulations! If you have been successful, you will be able to accept your letter of offer online together with an employment pack containing information on
Spotlight and your responsibilities and entitlements.
