Lead Product Engineer Australia (Remote) (Launceston)

Technical & AI Leadership: Directing our tech stack with a heavy focus on AI integration and automation to enhance our marketplace efficiency. Product Ownership: Bridging the gap between \"cool tech\" and \"marketable product,\" ensuring every sprint delivers tangible commercial value. Scalable Engineering: Designing and deploying maintainable applications that can handle our rapid expansion. Team Management: Leading, mentoring, and high-energy coaching of the dev team to maintain a high shipping velocity. Strategic Communication: Distilling complex technical hurdles into concise, actionable insights for stakeholders. Commercial Oversight: Working closely with leadership to ensure technical roadmaps align with revenue goals and user growth. Requirements Technical Mastery: 6+ years of qualified experience with deep expertise in our core stack (React/Node/Mongo/AWS). AI Fluency: You don't just use ChatGPT; you understand how to leverage LLMs, vector databases, or machine learning to solve real-world product problems. Product Instinct: Experience in product management or a \"founder-ready\" mindset where you prioritize user experience and business impact. Commercial Acumen: A sharp understanding of the business side of tech—you know how to balance technical debt with speed-to-market. Management Pedigree: Proven experience leading teams, conducting tight code reviews, and fostering a culture of excellence. The \"X\" Factor: You are a concise communicator and a high-energy individual. You bring momentum into the room and can explain a month of work in three bullet points. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rh6bz