AI - Software Engineer Lead

5 days ago

Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia ARCQ Talent Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

About the Company

Our client is a rapidly-scaling Australian business in the
financial services / technology
space, modernising how everyday Australians manage wealth through smart systems and automation.

They're investing heavily in internal platforms and AI capability, blending software engineering, data, and automation to improve efficiency and customer experience.

The Opportunity

You'll work directly with a hands-on CTO to design, build, and refine modern internal systems.

From streamlining data workflows to introducing practical AI integrations, you'll help create the next generation of digital tools that make the business run smarter, not harder.

This is a newly created role for a
builder and problem-solver
who enjoys autonomy, experimentation, and end-to-end delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and maintain back-end services in
    + MongoDB
  • Enhance the internal
    SvelteKit / JavaScript
    application (CRM integrations, document automation)
  • Develop a secure
    client-facing portal
    for real-time asset / liability tracking
  • Create a
    SharePoint governance layer
    for structured file access and version control
  • Explore and integrate AI tools (
    Copilot, Grok, Azure OpenAI
    ) to improve workflow efficiency
  • Mentor junior devs and collaborate closely with IT security and leadership teams

What You'll Bring

  • Strong experience with
    and MongoDB
    (end-to-end product delivery)
  • Front-end capability in
    SvelteKit / Vue / React
  • Familiarity with
    JavaScript and Java APIs
    , plus SharePoint / Microsoft Graph exposure
  • Curiosity about applying
    AI
    to real business use cases
  • Collaborative, low-ego mindset who enjoys mentoring and improving systems

Why This Role

  • Direct collaboration with the CTO and decision-makers
  • Greenfield projects with tangible impact across automation & AI
  • Supportive, delivery-focused culture - minimum red tape
  • Gold Coast-based
    , 600 m from the tram line
  • Soft close over Christmas
     - ideal timing to start and settle in

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