Software Engineer (Backend) - QuiteLike NSW
A new role = A new way to win together
You belong at Coles Group where we look ahead, have a plan, and are up for the challenge. We learn and grow by taking career-defining opportunities and this one may just be your next.
From our head office in Surry Hills, Sydney, to our warehouse in Dandenong, Victoria, each QuiteLike team member is a valued and necessary part of our business who shares our ethos of gathering around the table together.
We operate as a start-up and source our ingredients from a range of suppliers locally. And while QuiteLike is fortunate to be a wholly owned subsidiary of Coles Group, we operate as an independent business, separate from Coles Supermarkets. This also means that, unlike most other meal kit brands here at home, QuiteLike is proudly Australian-owned and operated.
About the team
QuiteLike is the meal kit for food-lovers. We have a vision to bring Australian families back to the heart of the home, by making it easier to create delicious meals. We’re a close-knit and agile team with a passion for delivering an outstanding customer experience, driving sustainable growth and learning a lot along the way.
About the role
A permanent opportunity of a Junior to Mid-Level Backend (or fullstack) Software Engineer is now available at QuiteLike. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this role will primarily be responsible for building and nurturing not only our consumer facing products but also our engineering culture. Whilst we are looking for a candidate who is strong in backend technologies, if you are someone who has worked as a fullstack engineer you will also be considered and we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities will include:
Work Experience
- Software engineer with at least 3-5 years’ experience
- Experience with web technologies such as HTML5, Node.js, TypeScript & React
- Experience with Python
- Experience with AWS is preferred
- Desirabe experience in modern development practises including the use of CI/CD pipelines, Git and secure coding practises
- Understanding and familiaratiy with microservices architecture
- Experience with event driven architecture and related services
- Familiar with SQL & NoSQL databases
- Experience with test automation
- Experience in an agile working environment
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams without formal authority
Engineering quality
- Ensure the team is developing software quality in-line with the broader teams’ expectations
- Facilitate and govern peer reviews and testing standards
Commercial Skills & Formal Qualifications
- Tertiary qualifications in a technology engineering discipline such as computer science preferred
- Ability to engage with other technical leaders to drive improvements outside of your direct influence
- Stakeholder management skills
- Great people communicator, excellent communication skills
- Ability to coordinate across multiple technology and business teams
What’s in it for you?
- Flexible working options: We know that work is only one part of your life, so we actively encourage a positive work-life balance and provide hybrid working options to help you achieve it.
- Office perks: Take advantage of our gym facility and fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, mini-Coles supermarket, fooderie hub where you can sample new products before they hit the shelves, school holiday program and so much more when you come in.
- Discounts: Eligible team members receive 5% discount all year round on your Supermarket and Liquor online and in-store purchases. We also offer additional periods of double discount (10%) at various times throughout the year. As well as hotdeals exclusive to team members that translate into additional savings.
- Reward through recognition: Give and receive recognition, linked to our Coles values, through our digital recognition platform ‘mythanks’. You can accumulate points to redeem in the online shop for exciting gifts and electronic gift cards from an extensive range of retailers.
- Opportunities for learning and development: No matter where you start within our diverse business, you’ll have experiences, exposure, and education to satisfy you. Discover and explore a variety of career development programs and job-specific training.
- Paid parental leave: We understand how important your life outside work is and offer permanent team members paid parental leave to support you in balancing work and family.
- Investment in your future: Our annual team member share plan offer allows eligible team members to make regular pre-tax salary sacrifice deductions to purchase Coles Group shares.
About the recruitment process
We’re continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.
We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. For further information and additional contact details visit the ‘Our Recruitment Process’ section of our careers site or email inclusionrecruitment@coles.com.au
Job ID: 160267
Employment Type: Full time