Lead Backend Engineer (Server-Driven UI Focus)

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Hello, we’re Bilue - a leading design and development agency specialising in mobile, cloud, web, and emerging technologies.

Bilue was founded by Cameron Barrie, an app developer with a vision to help Australian companies design and deliver cutting-edge digital experiences. What began in Cam’s living room has grown into a thriving company with a team of 50+, and offices in Sydney and Melbourne. For more than 14 years, we’ve partnered with some of Australia’s top brands to create innovative, human-centred digital solutions.

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced and driven Lead Backend Engineer to help architect and build scalable services that power client platforms, with a focus on Server-Driven UI (SDUI) implementations.

You’ll work across high-performance APIs, shape back-end systems from the ground up, and collaborate closely with front-end, mobile, and product teams to deliver seamless, dynamic experiences. If you enjoy balancing technical leadership with hands-on development, and love working on problems that matter, you’ll feel right at home here.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain scalable, secure back-end services using Node.js
• Develop and maintain APIs that support web, mobile, and SDUI clients
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver performant, integrated solutions
• Contribute to architectural and infrastructure decisions, with a focus on scalability and maintainability
• Lead code reviews and mentor engineers in clean coding practices and software craftsmanship
• Implement and optimise CI/CD pipelines to streamline backend deployments
• Ensure observability through effective monitoring, logging, and performance tuning
• Work with product, design, and QA to deliver new features and continuously improve existing ones
• Stay across backend and cloud tech trends, and bring fresh ideas to the table

About You

• 7+ years of backend development experience using Node.js, Kotlin, Java, TypeScript or similar
• Proven experience designing and building scalable APIs and service-oriented architectures
• Hands-on experience supporting or integrating with Server-Driven UI or dynamic front-end patterns
• Strong understanding of data modelling and experience with relational or NoSQL databases
• Comfortable working with cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git/GitHub, and modern DevOps practices
• Solid knowledge of distributed systems, microservices, and concurrency
• Great communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Bonus Points

• Experience transitioning from or integrating with legacy systems (e.g. ASP.NET)
• Exposure to GraphQL, gRPC, or event-driven systems (Kafka, SNS/SQS)
• Background in fast-paced, product-led environments

Life at Bilue

• Client-focused: We are dedicated to delivering exceptional value to our clients while supporting each other to achieve collective success.
• Flexible work: We offer 1-2 days per week in the office, balancing flexibility with the expectation that you'll go the extra mile for our clients when needed.
• Professional development: We’re committed to your personal and professional growth, offering continuous learning through Go1 (which provides unlimited access to a wide range of courses), along with support from our dedicated internal performance coach.
• Annual events: We organise annual events to foster in-person connection and team collaboration.
• Flat structure: We operate with a flat structure, where our casual, approachable executive leadership team (ELT) ensures everyone’s voice is heard.
• Internal communities: We build and nurture internal communities for knowledge sharing and collaboration, keeping everyone connected and informed.

Bilue = Big + Blue Ocean. Are you ready to set sail? Apply now!

NB. This is a full-time position based in Sydney. To be considered, candidates must have unrestricted working rights in Australia.

We believe that having balanced and diverse teams is fundamental to our success. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, neurodiversity or disability status.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Consulting, and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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