About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced Lead .NET Software Engineer to help extend and modernise our application ecosystem. This is a hands-on technical leadership role where you will take ownership of outcomes, guide architectural decisions, and support the growth of junior engineers.

You’ll work across a diverse and evolving technology landscape, contributing to both legacy systems and modern cloud-native solutions as we continue our transition to scalable, containerised platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design, development, and delivery of high-quality software solutions
Take ownership of technical outcomes, driving work from concept through to production
Mentor and support other developers, uplifting team capability and coding standards
Contribute to architectural decisions across legacy and modern platforms
Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver scalable, resilient systems
Promote best practices in software development, testing, and deployment

About You

You are a confident and capable engineer who combines strong technical expertise with a practical, outcomes-focused mindset.

You will bring:

Strong experience across the .NET ecosystem, including .NET Framework and .NET Core / modern .NET
Exposure to both legacy systems (e.g. Web Forms) and modern architectures
Experience with cloud-based and containerised environments (e.g. Azure, Docker, Kubernetes)
Solid understanding of software design principles such as TDD, DDD, and dependency injection
Experience working with distributed systems and event-driven architectures
Familiarity with CI/CD tools and infrastructure-as-code practices (e.g. Azure DevOps, TeamCity, Octopus, Terraform)
Strong communication skills and the ability to mentor and guide others

We value engineers who can clearly explain their thinking, challenge assumptions, and make well-reasoned technical decisions—not just follow trends.

A formal degree is not required; we value practical experience and demonstrated capability.

About Etax

Etax is Australia’s leading online tax return service, combining innovative technology with award-winning support to deliver a seamless client experience.

Our platform supports significant seasonal demand, particularly during peak tax periods. As a result, we operate high-performance, resilient systems across a mix of modern cloud infrastructure and legacy environments, with a strong focus on ongoing improvement and scalability.

About Our Team

We’re a collaborative, supportive team that values respect, clarity, and balance. We work at a sustainable pace, prioritise quality outcomes, and maintain a culture where people are trusted and supported.

As a family-owned business, we take pride in creating a stable, people-focused environment where employees are valued and encouraged to do their best work.

Working Arrangements

Hybrid model: 2 days in the office (Upper Mount Gravatt), remainder remote
Standard full-time hours, with some flexibility required during peak periods
Increased workload leading into tax season, with staggered hours in early July to support business needs

Additional Requirements

Must have full working rights in Australia
Must be based in Brisbane for the duration of employment

Lead Software Engineer