Technical Lead

Summary

Join Leonardo.Ai, a company building creative tools used by over 30 million creators, and become their new Technical Lead (API). This role blends technical leadership and people care, leading a small team of backend engineers, guiding API strategy, and shaping systems for Leonardo’s creative platform. You will foster team growth, manage projects, build a diverse team, and ensure high-quality backend systems. While not directly involved in hands-on development, you'll support decision-making and progress. The ideal candidate enjoys mentoring, effective communication, and creating a supportive work environment. Leonardo.Ai offers a flexible work environment, opportunities for professional development, and a range of benefits.

Requirements

• Strong experience building modern backend systems using NodeJS and TypeScript
• Skilled in designing and maintaining scalable APIs (REST or GraphQL)
• Familiarity with NestJS and relational databases like PostgreSQL
• Experience working with cloud platforms like AWS , Azure , or GCP
• A thoughtful approach to debugging and problem-solving
• Comfort working in cross-functional teams with kindness and clarity
• A passion for guiding others and nurturing technical craft

Responsibilities

• Lead a small group of backend engineers
• Guide our API strategy
• Help shape the systems that power Leonardo’s creative platform
• Foster growth through regular check-ins, career conversations, and a culture where your team feels safe, heard, and supported
• Shape delivery rhythms, prioritise work thoughtfully, and guide each release with intention and care
• Play an active role in building a diverse, welcoming team, hiring with equity in mind and creating space where everyone can do their best work
• Help navigate complex backend challenges while encouraging clarity, quality, and leadership in others

Benefits

• Impact the future of AI
• Reward package including equity
• Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents & carers with 18 weeks paid leave
• An annual Vibe & Thrive allowance to support your wellbeing, social connection, office setup & more
• Flexible leave options that empower you to be a force for good, take time to recharge and support you personally, including remote working abroad
• Support with your professional development
• Fun and engaging company events, both virtual and in-person
• 20 days annual leave
• Novated car leasing