Platform Engineering Lead Melbourne Immediate Start Tabcorp is famous for winning moments. Behind (almost) all of them is great tech and a talented team of 700, passionate technology professionals. Together, we ensure our services are built sustainably to scale, handling over 1 billion bets annually. Our Tech Teams deliver gaming moments that pack a punch You will have the opportunity to innovate and inspire, leveraging technology to make good moments great. Game to join us? What you'll do Reporting to the Senior Manager - Engineering, the Platform Engineering Lead will play a critical role in designing, implementing, and managing the software platforms that serve as the foundation for an organisation's applications and services. The successful candidate will be overseeing a team of engineers and collaborating closely with other departments to ensure the platform meets the needs of both internal developers and external users. Lead and manage the platform engineering team, setting clear goals, managing project loads, and ensuring deadlines are met and standards are upheld. Be hands-on when required along with participation in on-call roster. Develop and implement strategies for the platform's architecture, tools, and processes to support scalability, reliability, and efficiency. Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of the software platform, ensuring it meets current needs and is adaptable for future requirements. Work with the development team to architect scalable, robust solutions that serve as the backbone for application development. Ensure the platform's reliability, uptime, and performance meet the organization's standards and SLAs. Collaborate with other departments, such as Product Management, Operations, and Security, to align the platform's development with company objectives and security policies. Implement and oversee quality assurance processes, including code reviews, automated testing, and performance monitoring, to ensure the platform's reliability and compliance with industry standards. Ensure the platform meets all legal and regulatory requirements related to data privacy, security, and compliance. What you'll bring Bachelors' degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Extensive experience in software development, including hands-on experience with modern programming languages and cloud-based infrastructure. Proven leadership experience, with the ability to manage and motivate a team of engineers. Strong understanding of software architecture principles, DevOps practices, and Agile methodology. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, capable of working effectively across different departments and with external partners. Extensive experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), CI/CD tools, and cloud service providers (AWS preferred). A commitment to staying informed about the latest technology trends and innovations. Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, Bash, or PowerShell, as well as programming languages like NodeJS, Java, or Go. What you'll get The flexibility of hybrid working with team anchor days. Diverse leave options: cultural, volunteer, flexi, and 18-weeks parental leave. Access to our health and wellbeing app and Employee Assistance Program. Monthly employee social activities, competitions, awards and free tickets to events. Access to digital learning modules for continuous upskilling. Ongoing commitment to DE&I through leading policies & initiatives. About Us Tabcorp is Australia's leading gambling entertainment company. Our 3000 team is as diverse as Australia itself. Our people drive the iconic, homegrown, world-class brands TAB, Sky Racing and MAX. As an ASX-listed company, we're proud to shape our industry for the better. To find out more about us and what we offer, visit our website. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued for their contribution and has a sense of belonging and is treated with respect. As a Tabcorp employee, you will: foster a respectful and inclusive working environment within your team; support and contribute to initiatives aimed at managing the risk of gender inequality, sexual harassment and other inappropriate behaviour in our workplaces. We welcome applications from candidates with visible and non-visible disability, or with any workplace accessibility requirements. Please reach out via careerstabcorp.com.au should you require any accommodations or adjustments to ensure your full participation in our recruitment process. Tabcorp is a 'Circle Back Initiative' employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.