Software Engineer Team Lead

This role is based in Perth WA. Were currently considering candidates who are already located in (or relocating to) Perth.

About Us

CorePlan isnt your typical mining software company. Were a Perth tech startup reimagining mining operations through our innovative digital SaaS drilling management platform.

Weve replaced traditional paper and spreadsheet systems with a cloud-based platform that streamlines drilling operations data management and team collaboration.

Were a high-performing team of execution-focused self-starters building the next generation of software for mining.

The Role

Were seeking an experienced Software Engineer to lead a team of up to 6 engineers Youll help set the technical direction guide system architecture and drive the delivery of complex features on our SaaS platform whilst still having the opportunity to get your hands dirty with coding.

This role is a perfect opportunity for a Senior Engineer who loves to lead a team but does not want to hang up their coding gloves.

What Youll Do

• Lead the design and delivery of high-performance features for our customers

• Architect scalable backend services APIs and data models to process operational drilling data

• Set technical standards and drive best practices across the codebase tools and pipelines

• Guide and mentor a team of Software Engineers building capability and fostering a growth-oriented culture

• Collaborate closely with product and design to deliver seamless end-to-end solutions

Qualifications and Fit

• 5 years of professional software development experience including 2 years in a technical leadership role

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering or equivalent experience

• Proven ability to lead projects or small teams while staying hands-on

• Strong proficiency in TypeScript and/or Python and their relevant web frameworks

• Experience dealing with relational databases at scale (Postgres/Mysql)

• Experience with agile development methodologies and modern software practices

• Background in B2B SaaS

• Familiarity with DevOps practices and cloud platforms

• Proven track record of building and scaling software products

• Excellent communication skills and ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Tech Stack

• Backend: (TypeScript) Django (Python) PostgreSQL Amazon Web Services

• Frontend: React TypeScript Tailwind CSS

• Mobile: React Native

Perks & Benefits

• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

• Central CBD location

• Vibrant office culture -open plan space birthday celebrations team events (hello movie nights office jukebox!)

• Access to EAP mental health & wellbeing services

• Chance to build meaningful software used globally in the mining industry

• Room to grow - were scaling fast and love promoting from within

• Genuine ownership - your work has impact from day one

Ready for your next adventure

If youre ready to bring your A-game to a tech-forward startup click APPLY NOW to submit your CV and cover letter. Have questions Reach out to us at