Principal Engineer / Consulting Engineer (AI-Led Digital Platform) at Mindera

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

AI, React, Node.js, AWS, Full-Stack Development, DevOps, CI/CD, Infrastructure-as-Code, Architecture, Distributed Systems, Integration Layers, Communication, Technical Leadership, Client Advisory, Software Development Lifecycle, Testing Automation

Industry

Software Development

Description

We’re seeking a Principal Engineer / Consulting Engineer to play a pivotal role in shaping the next phase of a modern smart energy platform. This role sits at the intersection of technical leadership and client advisory, balancing hands-on architectural oversight with strategic stakeholder engagement. You’ll operate as a senior technical authority across the program, guiding engineering direction while partnering directly with senior client stakeholders. The platform build is heavily AI-led, and we are looking for someone genuinely proficient in, and motivated by, applying AI across the full software development lifecycle. This role will suit a true full-stack principal who is comfortable moving between React frontends, Node.js-based integration layers, and AWS cloud infrastructure, while also confidently navigating executive conversations. What You’ll Do Engineering Leadership ● Define and guide end-to-end architecture across React, Node integration services, and AWS infrastructure ● Shape how AI is embedded across the SDLC, from development workflows to runtime capabilities ● Provide hands-on architectural oversight across frontend, backend, and cloud layers ● Support engineering teams locally and offshore, ensuring standards and delivery quality ● Lead technical discovery, solution design, and implementation planning ● Ensure scalability, security, performance, and maintainability across the platformClient & Consulting Leadership ● Act as a senior technical advisor to client stakeholders, including technology and product leadership ● Lead deeply technical discussions while translating complexity into clear commercial outcomes ● Influence roadmap decisions through architectural insight and delivery realism ● Balance pragmatism and innovation in a client-facing environment AI Across the SDLC ● Drive the adoption of AI-enabled development practices across engineering teams ● Apply AI in areas such as code generation, testing automation, data intelligence, observability, and optimisation ● Identify opportunities to embed AI into product capabilities where appropriate ● Maintain awareness of evolving AI tooling and ensure responsible, scalable adoption 10+ years of experience in software engineering, with significant experience as a senior or principal/staff engineer ● Strong full-stack capability across React, Node.js, and modern TypeScript ecosystems ● Deep experience designing and operating systems on AWS ● Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD, and infrastructure-as-code ● Proven ability to lead architecture across distributed systems and integration layers ● Experience working in consulting or client-facing roles, engaging directly with senior stakeholders ● Strong communication skills, comfortable presenting to executive audiences ● Genuine interest and applied experience in AI-driven engineering practices ● Ability to move between strategic thinking and hands-on technical detail Nice to have: ● Experience in energy, utilities, or integration-driven platforms ● Exposure to event-driven architectures and modern integration patterns ● Experience leading distributed teams across multiple geographies Working Arrangement ● Melbourne-based, hybrid working model ● Strategic, high-impact role with visibility across engineering and client leadership ● Opportunity to shape how AI is applied across a modern digital platform

Responsibilities

The Principal Engineer will define and guide the architecture of a smart energy platform, ensuring AI is embedded throughout the software development lifecycle. They will also act as a senior technical advisor to clients, leading discussions and influencing roadmap decisions.