Lead Software Engineer

Octopus Deploy sets the standard for Continuous Delivery, empowering software teams to deliver value in an agile way. Over 4,000 organizations globally – including Ubisoft, ASOS, Xero, monday.com, Stack Overflow, NASA, and Disney – rely on our Continuous Delivery, GitOps, and release orchestration solutions. 

Founded in Australia in 2012, our team of over 300 Octonauts now spans the globe. We combine high growth and big ambitions with a sustainable, balanced working environment. Our revenue has grown consistently between 30–50% every year for the past 8 years, and we’ve been profitable for 10 out of the past 11 years. [In 2024, Octopus Deploy acquired Codefresh, Argo maintainers, and the leaders in enterprise GitOps.] Octopus now provides the industry's most comprehensive Continuous Delivery solution for organizations operating at scale.

We work with an uncommon level of transparency. You can read our public handbook to learn how we work. We have a transparent approach to compensation that ensures people doing the same work with the same skill get paid the same, with well-defined career pathways. We foster a supportive, collaborative, and high-trust environment. We leave our job titles at the door and focus on doing what’s best for our customers and team. Our leaders never shy away from answering the tough questions at our all-hands calls or in 1:1s.

We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to become a key player in our R&D team and drive the evolution of our cutting-edge product. If you thrive on building solutions for developers and are passionate about creating seamless CI/CD experiences, we want you to be a part of our journey to becoming the market leader in software deployment with Octopus Deploy.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Collaborate with stakeholders, such as Product Managers and designers, to create and deliver features that meet user needs and drive business success.
• End-to-end development cycle of backend software components, covering research, design, development, testing, deployment, and monitoring.
• Identify and resolve complex technical issues throughout the stack, from design to implementation.
• Mentor and support developers to help them refine their skills and excel in their roles.
• Drive innovation and provide a clear technological strategy to guide your team towards success.

You're the ideal candidate if you have/are:

• 6+ years of hands-on experience in large-scale backend development, with a strong emphasis on Node.js and Go programming, and extensive experience in Docker and Kubernetes.
• A problem-solving attitude, an eagerness to learn, and a willingness to take on new challenges.
• Experience with cloud platforms and building scalable microservices architectures.
• Experience with continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD).
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts and work effectively with a team.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.

Why Join Us?

• Global Impact: Work with a globally recognized brand trusted by leading organizations.
• Innovative Environment: Be part of a team that values innovation and continuous improvement.
• Growth Opportunities: Join a growing company with a track record of success.
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Work on the industry's most comprehensive Continuous Delivery solution, shaping the future of software deployment.

Our public employee handbook is the best place to learn more about life at Octopus. It includes our values, how we structure teams, career progression, leave and benefits, and much more. 

If you're enthusiastic about this position, even if you don’t meet all the criteria above, we wholeheartedly encourage you to submit your application. Our talent team is in-house, and we recognize that every individual brings something unique. We take the time to review every application and consider how you might add to the team. 

We know your time is precious. If you apply, we promise to update you at least once per week about the status of your application and to give you clear expectations for each step in the journey. 

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