Technical Lead Developer | Full Stack & AI-Driven Architecture | Sydney-based

A highly capable Technical Lead Developer with a rare combination of deep engineering expertise and first-principles thinking.


Brings a strong track record of designing and delivering scalable, high-performance systems, with hands-on coding capability that underpins architecture decisions from the ground up.


Operates across the full technology stack—from low-level (“bare metal”) systems through to modern cloud-based and AI-driven solutions—enabling end-to-end ownership of complex platforms.


Currently contributing at a level where their technical output drives the architecture of a USD $350M organisation, demonstrating both scale and commercial impact.


Key Strengths & Experience:

  • Hands-On Technical Leadership: Leads by example with strong coding capability, actively contributing to development while setting technical direction and standards
  • Full Stack Expertise: Deep experience across front-end, back-end, infrastructure, and cloud environments, enabling holistic system design and delivery
  • AI & Modern Architecture: Applies AI-driven approaches and modern engineering practices to build intelligent, scalable, and future-ready platforms
  • First-Principles Thinking: Breaks down complex challenges to fundamentals, designing efficient, scalable solutions rather than relying on convention
  • System Architecture & Scalability: Plays a key role in shaping and evolving architecture for high-growth environments, ensuring performance, resilience, and scalability
  • Commercial Impact: Proven ability to align engineering decisions with business outcomes, contributing to growth and operational efficiency at scale


Recognised for a pragmatic and outcomes-focused approach, this candidate combines deep technical expertise with the ability to operate in fast-paced, high-growth environments. A strong fit for organisations seeking a technical leader who can both architect and build.


Additional Information:

  • Salary expectation: negotiable from $200k + super
  • Sydney-based
  • Open to permanent opportunities


Want to meet this candidate? Contact Jason Pretorius on 02 9220 3400 / 0499 141 822 or email jasonp@coxpurtell.com.au