BruntWork | Full time: 35 paid hours per week or more Job Category: Website and Software Development Work Timezone: Must be a City eg London, Sydney Work Schedule: Fixed Schedule Remote Job Industry: Other Job DescriptionThis is a remote position.Schedule:Total hours: 40 hours per week or 8 hours per dayMonday - Friday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sydney time (or 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM Manila time)With 1 hour unpaid break in betweenClient location or time zone: Sydney, NSW, Australia - AESTCompany/client overview:The client's main business is a company that supplies glass balustrades for homes and properties in Sydney, Australia.Job Overview:The client is seeking a Lead Developer who will lead the technology development of their platform, from prototype to a fully functional web and mobile application. The ideal candidate is an experienced full-stack developer with strong leadership and architectural design skills, capable of guiding the technology strategy and building a scalable, secure, and user-friendly platform.Responsibilities:Lead the development of our platform, including both web and mobile applications.Architect and implement the front-end (React.js, Vue.js) and back-end (Node.js/Express or Django) systems.Collaborate with design teams to translate the wireframes and mockups into responsive and intuitive user interfaces.Oversee the database design and management (MongoDB, MySQL, or PostgreSQL) to handle data related to users, projects, bids, and quotes.Ensure the integration of real-time communication systems for quoting, bid management, and notifications (using Socket.IO or WebSockets).Build a robust and scalable API layer to enable smooth communication between the web and mobile apps.Oversee the development of the mobile application using cross-platform frameworks such as React Native or Flutter.Implement features that are in line with the platform's web version, including quote requests, supplier dashboards, and project management tools.Ensure the app is optimized for both iOS and Android platforms and integrates with back-end APIs.Define the technology roadmap in alignment with business goals, outlining platform features, timelines, and resource needs.Manage the scalability of the platform, ensuring that it can handle future growth in users, transactions, and data volume.Implement best practices for data security and user privacy, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.Drive the adoption of AI-powered tools for auto-suggesting materials and predictive analytics in supplier-tradie matching.Set up DevOps pipelines (CI/CD) and ensure automated testing, deployment, and cloud hosting (AWS, GCP, or Heroku).Prototyping and UI/UX Oversight:Work closely with UI/UX designers to create an interactive prototype for investor presentations and user testing.Implement prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or InVision for early-stage visual development and stakeholder feedback.Collaborate with the design team to refine the user interface for both mobile and web platforms.Lead and manage the tech team (developers, designers, and QA engineers) as the platform scales.Drive technical collaboration across product, design, and business development teams.Act as a technology advisor to the CEO, providing insights and recommendations on future technological advancements.Ensure ongoing communication with non-technical stakeholders, translating technical roadmaps into business outcomes.Work closely with the product team to prioritize features based on user feedback and market demands.Monitor platform performance, user adoption, and technical KPIs; continuously improve the platform by implementing new technologies and features.Troubleshoot critical issues, ensuring quick resolution and maintaining platform stability.Introduce AI-driven material suggestions and predictive analytics to enhance the user experience and supplier recommendations.Requirements7+ years of full-stack development experience, ideally in SaaS or marketplace platforms.Strong expertise in front-end frameworks like React.js, Vue.js, or Angular.Advanced knowledge of back-end technologies such as Node.js (Express) or Python (Django/Flask).Experience with cross-platform mobile app development using React Native or Flutter.Proficiency in working with databases such as MongoDB, MySQL, or PostgreSQL.Hands-on experience in building RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL.Solid understanding of DevOps and cloud hosting on AWS, GCP, or Heroku.Experience with Socket.IO/WebSockets for real-time communication systems.Proven experience in data security, authentication, and compliance (OAuth 2.0, JWT).Strong leadership and project management skills, with experience managing cross-functional teams.A solid grasp of prototyping tools (Figma, InVision, Adobe XD) and UI/UX best practices.Ability to drive AI/ML implementation for material suggestions and predictive analytics is a plus.Bonus Skills:Familiarity with API integrations for sourcing data from third-party services (e.g., construction material APIs).Experience in e-commerce platforms or supply chain management.Previous experience working in startup environments, with a focus on building products from the ground up.Personal Attributes:Visionary: Able to see the bigger picture and translate business goals into technical solutions.Problem Solver: Proactively tackles challenges and finds innovative solutions to complex problems.Adaptable: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment.Collaborative: Excellent communication skills, able to work effectively with teams and external stakeholders.Results-Oriented: Driven to achieve milestones on time and deliver high-quality solutions.
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