Lead Engineer- UK Tax
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Role Overview
Position: Lead Engineer- UK Tax
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
The role You will collaborate with peers across Xero to create and deliver software to our customers. By modelling engineering excellence, you will support your team to grow their technical capability, improve development practices, and tackle open-ended architectural challenges.Your work will directly shape the technical direction of the product group, breaking down silos and driving multi-year product or platform goals. Through data-driven decisions and smart simplification of complex systems, you will help solve customer problems effectively and release value early.The team This cross-functional engineering team focuses on building and managing software that solves complex problems at scale. Working in a collaborative and safe environment, team members coordinate closely to align technical designs with broader architectural standards. Together, they foster a culture of ownership, experimentation, and feedback to deliver high-quality outcomes.The team is currently working onRefactoring complex, monolithic systems into secure, scalable distributed architecturesOptimising quality engineering practices, test-driven development (TDD), and deployment pipelinesEvolving engineering standards and frameworks to ensure long-term system reliabilityWhere and how you can workThis role offers a remote working environment designed to support collaboration and balance. If you prefer you can work hybrid from one of our modern office spaces, designated in-office boost days to connect with o
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: [Lead Engineer- UK Tax at Xero](https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/xero/3531719f-3368-4246-94f7-c03f261c0701)
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