This is a Tech lead role with The Onset based in Sydney, NSW, AU The Onset Role Seniority - mid level More about the Tech lead role at The Onset Job Description Join a Deep-Tech Adventure as a Tech Lead – Cloud, Kubernetes & High-Performance Systems Hybrid: 3 Days in North Sydney | 2 Days WFH Imagine joining a well-funded Australian deep-tech startup at the very moment it’s redefining how engineering teams build and scale cloud platforms. Backed by top-tier global VCs, and founded by leaders from Google, ROKT, and large-scale cloud systems, this is your chance to help shape a category-defining product from the ground up. As a founding engineering hire, you won’t just write code- you’ll architect the platform, influence technical strategy, and work side by side with ex-FAANG engineers building distributed, high-performance systems. You’ll take ownership of large-scale backend systems, design the core distributed cloud platform, and tackle deep challenges in performance, scalability, resilience, and orchestration. You’ll mentor early engineers, set engineering standards, and collaborate closely with the founders on architecture and product direction. What You Bring Extensive backend engineering experience with complex cloud or distributed systems Strong skills in Python, Go, or Java Deep cloud expertise (AWS ideal; Azure/GCP also valued) Experience with Kubernetes, containers, and cloud-native architecture Proven ability building high-throughput, low-latency, or performance-critical systems Excellent problem-solving skills and a builder’s mindset Bonus: background in cloud infrastructure or cybersecurity The culture here is low-ego, high-ownership, and built on trust-no bureaucracy, just engineers solving real problems at pace. If you want to tackle complex engineering challenges, shape a platform that could define its category, and make a massive impact, this is the place to do the best work of your career. Reach out to reema@theonset.com.au to explore this opportunity. Show more Show less Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the The Onset team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities ️ Architecting the platform Mentoring engineers Collaborating with founders Key Strengths Backend engineering experience Programming skills ☁️ Cloud expertise Kubernetes experience ⚡ Performance-critical systems Cloud infrastructure or cybersecurity background Why The Onset is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume. A Final Note: This is a role with The Onset not with Hatch.
