Senior Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer

– Backend Engineering

Join the revolution at

Leonardo.Ai . We’re an Australian startup building tools that reimagine how people design, create, and tell stories. Over 30 million users worldwide use Leonardo to bring their ideas to life.

The Role We’re seeking a Senior Backend Engineer with experience in Node.js to shape how our platform operates behind the scenes. From real‑time generation tools to enterprise integrations and growth experiments, you’ll work across the platform to build the systems that power Leonardo’s creative engine.

What You’ll Be Doing

Design and develop scalable, performant backend systems using Node.js and TypeScript.

Support real‑time generation features, secure enterprise endpoints, and tools that improve conversion and user experience.

Work with engineers, designers, and product leads across squads to bring big ideas to life.

Mentor junior engineers and shape how we learn, grow, and support each other.

Build reliable, maintainable foundations that scale.

Explore new ideas and grow your craft.

Skills We Love

Strong experience building backend systems with Node.js and TypeScript

Comfortable designing scalable APIs (REST or GraphQL)

Exposure to NestJS or similar frameworks

Experience with PostgreSQL or other relational databases

Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS, GCP, Azure)

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

A mentoring spirit that embraces inclusivity

Our Culture

Inclusive Culture – celebrate diversity and create an environment where everyone feels valued.

Flexible Work Environment – remote or from our office; employees across Australia.

Empowering Growth – continuous learning opportunities and career development.

Impactful Work – shape the future of AI with meaningful projects.

Benefits

Impact the future of AI

Reward package including equity

Inclusive parental leave policy – 18 weeks paid leave

Annual Vibe & Thrive allowance for wellbeing and social connection

Flexible leave options, including remote work abroad

Professional development support

Company events – virtual and in‑person

20 days annual leave

Novated car leasing

Next Steps Ready to revolutionise AI research and empower creativity worldwide? Apply now and join us at

Leonardo.Ai

to make a significant impact. We encourage applicants both locally and overseas.

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Engineering & Information Technology

Industries Technology, Information and Internet

Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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