Brighter Futures Start here As Australia's biggest and most loved retailer, we've been brightening up everyday life for families for over 50 years.
At our stores, distribution centres, and offices in Australia and New Zealand.
All around the globe.
Our diverse and inclusive 47,000 strong team come together for a common cause.
Giving families easy access to our on-trend products and incredibly low prices – it's the heart of everything we do.
As a leader in the retail market, we're optimistic about our future and yours.
We're relentless in our pursuit for results, but changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you'll be proud of.
We celebrate your uniqueness and individuality.
Because at Kmart it's not just what you do, it's who you are that makes every day living brighter.
Join the team Kmart is launching a strategic initiative to transform the online shopping and fulfillment experience, driving both customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
This project will enhance real-time inventory visibility, reducing out-of-stock items and cart abandonment, while delivery lead-time visibility will boost conversion rates and improve post-purchase experiences.
Operationally, this initiative will help reduce order cancellations, minimize split shipments, and improve fulfillment productivity.
The new platform will provide greater stability with less downtime and support scalability during peak periods.
Additionally, it will harmonize Kmart and Target's digital technology stacks, streamlining processes across both brands.
As a Lead Engineer, you will own the engineering deliverables, overseeing technical design, coding, testing, and debugging for a greenfield project.
This is a high-impact project where you'll help shape the future of online shopping and fulfillment for two most loved Australian brands.
Join us to be part of an exciting transformation.
What you'll be doing: Lead the technical design and development of cloud-based applications.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
Implement best practices for continuous integration, infrastructure as code, and application release automation.
Provide expert-level guidance on application programming, API, databases, and system design.
Work hands-on with technologies, including Node.js and TypeScript, focusing on integration and microservices.
Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
To be successful in the role you'll have: 10+ years of engineering experience, with at least 3 years in a lead role.
Extensive expertise in cloud technologies, preferably AWS (Lambda, CloudWatch, Cognito, DynamoDB, EventBridge, SQS, SNS, S3, API Gateway).
Strong knowledge of continuous integration concepts, frameworks, and tools (Git, GitHub Actions, Docker).
Expert-level understanding of application programming, API design, databases, and system architecture.
Proficient in Node.js and TypeScript, with experience in Java and unit testing frameworks (like Jest, JUnit) or Kafka.
Proven experience in Terraform, CDK or CloudFormation.
Hands-on experience with CI/CD processes and observability platforms.
Familiarity with Agile project methodologies, Observability platforms & Log Management tools.
Benefits we'll offer you: Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex When, Flex Well policy A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart, Target, Bunnings, and Officeworks A free OnePass membership offering free delivery across Kmart, Target & Catch on eligible products Access to the Kmart for You benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health – with over 60 suppliers!
We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why everyone gets the opportunity to participate in a bonus program Free onsite parking when you're required to come into the office We offer inclusive parental leave and ongoing support offered though our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances A dynamic learning and support program Opportunity to fast track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor Reflection room, space for prayer, meditation, or time for yourself Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes Regular product sample sales with tonnes of discounted items to purchase Wesfarmers is Kmart's parent company and each year eligible employees can elect to purchase shares through a salary sacrifice arrangement Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group We're here to make everyday living brighter From humble beginnings in Burwood East, Victoria, in 1969, we're now an essential part of 300 communities, and proud of it!
From bedding to apparel to kitchenware and beyond.
We're designing and creating the products people reach for every day.
In-store, online, or Click & Collect – getting the products we love into the hands of happy customers is what we aim to do best.
From the remote outback to coastal towns and big cities, and everywhere in-between.
We're progressive in our pursuit to create seamless customer journeys for satisfied shoppers.
A place you can belong At Kmart, we celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate and are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed.
We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe irrespective of your gender, ethnicity, indigeneity, religious beliefs, education, age, disability, family responsibilities, sexual orientation and gender identity and we encourage applications from all candidates.
We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to be their best, when applying for a role or working at Kmart.
We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like, by emailing?****** If you would like to explore a career with Kmart and this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now!
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