Lead Software Development Engineer – Logistics Engine

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Lead Software Development Engineer – Logistics Engine

Job role insights

  • Date posted

    September 21, 2026

  • Closing date

    November 5, 2026

  • Location

    Sydney

  • Salary

    $170,000 - $215,000 /year

  • Career level

    Lead / Management

  • Qualification

    Bachelor Degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science

  • Experience

    5+ Years

Description

Job Overview & Organization Mission

WiseTech Global is hiring a Lead C#/.NET Software Engineer in Alexandria to develop high-volume transaction engines for CargoWise logistics.

WiseTech Global is seeking a Lead Software Development Engineer to join our core engineering teams in Alexandria, developing mission-critical logistics software modules.

As a key member of the team at WiseTech Global in Sydney, NSW, you will play a central role in driving excellence, upholding top-tier Australian industry standards, and contributing directly to the strategic milestones of one of the nation’s premier employers.

Position Quick Summary

  • Role Title: Lead Software Development Engineer – Logistics Engine
  • Hiring Employer: WiseTech Global
  • Primary Location: Sydney, NSW, Australia
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Career Level: Lead / Management
  • Target Remuneration: AU$170,000 – AU$215,000 per year + 11.5% Superannuation

Key Duties & Core Responsibilities

In this critical role, your operational duties and key performance responsibilities will encompass:

  • Lead end-to-end: Lead end-to-end architecture and coding of mission-critical logistics software modules in C# and .NET Core.
  • Optimize extreme: Optimize extreme database throughput and query plans on multi-terabyte SQL Server databases.
  • Deconstruct complex: Deconstruct complex customs, tariffs, and international trade regulatory frameworks into elegant code algorithms.
  • Enforce rigorous: Enforce rigorous test-driven development (TDD) and peer code reviews.

Required Qualifications, Licenses & Experience

To be successful in this position at WiseTech Global, candidates are expected to satisfy the following essential selection criteria:

  • Mandatory Qualification: Bachelor Degree in Software Engineering or Computer Science.
  • Relevant Experience: Minimum 5+ Years of verified industry experience in Australia or recognized overseas equivalence.
  • 7+ years writing high-performance enterprise code in C# and .NET.
  • Deep proficiency in relational database internals, indexing, and SQL tuning.
  • Strong computer science fundamentals: memory management, multi-threading, and algorithms.

Core Competencies & Key Technical Proficiencies

The successful applicant will possess demonstrated capabilities across the following domain skill sets:

C# .NET Core SQL Server High Performance Architecture Complex Algorithms Microservices

Salary, Compensation & Employee Benefits

At WiseTech Global, we understand that our people drive our achievements. An outstanding remuneration and wellbeing package is provided in line with Australian benchmarks:

  • Competitive Remuneration: AU$170,000 – AU$215,000 per year + standard Australian Superannuation (11.5%).
  • Attractive salary package of $170,000 – $215,000 + equity share scheme + super.
  • Modern campus in Alexandria featuring on-site gym and cafes.
  • Rapid career progression within one of Australia’s premier tech leaders.
  • Leave Entitlements: 4 weeks annual leave (with 17.5% annual leave loading where applicable) plus 10 days paid personal/carer’s leave.
  • Flexible Work: Progressive work-life balance options with supportive corporate culture and leadership development pathways.

About the Employer: WiseTech Global

WiseTech Global is a leading developer and provider of software solutions to the logistics execution industry globally, creating CargoWise.

WiseTech Global is deeply committed to building diverse, equitable, and culturally inclusive work environments. We proudly celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals including First Nations Australians, people with disabilities, and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Application Process & Next Steps

Applications for this position are currently open and being reviewed on a rolling basis. Suitable candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible before the published closing date.

Please prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a tailored Cover Letter highlighting your relevant experience against the key selection criteria outlined above.

To proceed with your application, click the Apply on Employer Site button to access the official WiseTech Global careers gateway.

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