At Scalapay, we’re shaping a culture with high standards, independent and critical thought, innovation, ownership, and continuous learning. We operate in a fast-moving, tech-driven environment, and we’re looking for people who thrive in change, think boldly, and take initiative.
If you’re ready to put your potential to the test in a hiring process designed to spotlight exceptional talent, this is your chance to stand out and grow with one of Europe’s most ambitious fintech teams.

MakeItHappen #PlayAsATeam #StayCurious #FocusOnCustomer.

THE MISSION:

Our Wollongong Tech Hub is seeking a talented Mid Level Software Engineer who’s passionate about building scalable, high-performing applications. You will work with brilliant engineers, and grow your career in a truly international environment. If you love solving complex problems and want to make an impact, we want you on our team!

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of professional development experience.
• Proficiency: Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with Node.js, TypeScript, and React.js.
• Database Skills: Extensive experience with both relational and non-relational databases.
• Testing: Proven experience in writing unit and integration tests.
• Frameworks: Experience with frameworks like NestJS and Next.js.
• Methodologies: Solid experience working with Agile methodologies
• Version Control: Proficient in using Git for version control.
• Problem Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and creatively.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Team Player: Ability to work well in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Cloud Experience: Experience with cloud platforms like AWS or similar is a plus.
• DevOps Knowledge: Familiarity with DevOps practices, containerization (Docker) is a plus.
• Microservices Architecture: Experience in designing and implementing microservices-based systems.
• CI/CD Tools: Experience with CI/CD tools like Buildkite or similar.

• Application Development: Design, develop, and maintain high-quality web applications using Node.js, TypeScript, and React.js.
• Database Management: Work with both relational (e.g MySQL) and non-relational (e.g., Dynamodb, Redis) databases, ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval.
• Testing: Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and robustness. Experience with frameworks such as Jest, or similar.
• Framework Utilisation: Leverage modern frameworks like NestJS and Next.js to build scalable and maintainable backend and frontend architectures.
• Code Review: Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback to maintain high code standards.
• Agile Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment, contributing to sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Performance Optimization: Optimise applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Continuous Integration & Deployment: Work with CI/CD tools to automate testing, building, and deployment processes.
• Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to understand requirements, share knowledge, and deliver high-quality software