Senior Principal Engineer, Product Platform Engineering
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Role Overview
Position: Senior Principal Engineer, Product Platform Engineering
Employer: Xero
Work Arrangement: HYBRID
Visa Framework: Australian Subclass 482 (TSS) / Skills in Demand & 186 ENS Eligible
Company & Culture
Xero is an ANZ cloud-based accounting software platform for small businesses and their advisors with millions of subscribers globally.
Key Responsibilities & Scope
Our PurposeAt Xero, we’re here to supercharge small businesses. By making small businesses more efficient every day, connecting them with big business technology and empowering a community behind them, their potential is limitless. When that happens, we’re not only helping small businesses, we’ll be building a stronger economy that can change the world.The Role & ImpactThe Product Platform Engineering organisation sits at the heart of our tech strategy sits at the heart of Xero, building the shared platforms, APIs and core capabilities that power our customer-facing products. From Accounting Core, Bank Feeds and billing to ecosystem integrations, inventory and US products, the team is modernising critical technology and making it easier for product teams to move quickly, work independently and deliver trusted experiences for small businesses around the worldWe’re at an exciting crossroads where we have a chance to rethink this core system to provide the efficiency and scalability needed by the business going into the next decade. We can leverage the latest in agentic tooling with a strong focus on great APIs to accelerate our ability to change while still preserving the core business logic that makes Xero unique.As Senior Principal Engineer you will be operating at the highest level of technical leadership within Xero and reporting to the Senior Vice President of Engineering for Product Platforms. You will shape the long-term technical direction and architecture across t
Candidate Qualifications & Profile
- Proven experience operating within high-impact industry or enterprise environments.
- Relevant degree or recognized professional accreditation in Cloud Accounting & SaaS.
- Strong collaborative problem-solving skills and dedication to technical or operational excellence.
Compensation Guidance (AUD)
Salary Range: AUD $1,40,000 - $1,89,000 / year (commensurate with skills & experience).
- Includes standard Australian statutory superannuation (11.5%+), health & wellness allowances, and professional progression pathways.
Official Application Route
Direct Employer Career Portal: Apply directly at the official Xero careers portal: [Senior Principal Engineer, Product Platform Engineering at Xero](https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/xero/db6c23bf-7e55-4e99-8b29-9e52ba18a61c)
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