Technical Lead

Company Description

Montu is Australia's largest healthtech business with a focus on alternative healthcare. Founded in 2019, it supports patients, doctors and pharmacies through its Alternaleaf clinic, offers accredited healthcare education to clinicians via its SAGED platform, and dispensing solutions to pharmacies across Australia through Leafio. Montu is also the founding member of Cannabis Council Australia, a non-for-profit advocacy body that advances legislative change across the healthcare landscape. Our mission is to make alternative healthcare more affordable and accessible for the millions who could benefit.

Montu has been recognised as Australia’s fastest-growing tech company in the Deloitte TechFast 50 for two consecutive years (#1 in 2022 and 2023), achieving remarkable revenue growth of 26,000% and 9,000%. Named #1 on LinkedIn’s Top Startups Australia 2024, Montu has cemented its position as the largest business of its kind outside North America and continues to evolve on its journey.

This role is an Australia-based, fully work-from-home position, with access to co-working spaces in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.

Job Description

At Montu, we’re transforming healthcare access through technology — and we’re looking for a Technical Lead to help us scale, innovate, and deliver best-in-class digital experiences.

In this pivotal role, you'll set the technical direction and elevate the performance of a high-performing engineering team. You’ll work hands-on to design scalable, secure systems, mentor engineers, and champion continuous improvement — all while ensuring our platform is aligned with the broader mission of delivering personalised alternative health services to thousands of patients.

What You’ll Do

• Set strategic direction and drive technical excellence across major projects and systems.
• Design and build scalable solutions using React, Node.js/NestJS, GraphQL, AWS, and more.
• Uplift the skills and capabilities of the team through coaching, code reviews, and pairing sessions.
• Partner with engineering managers, product teams, and business stakeholders to turn ideas into impactful solutions.
• Lead architectural decisions, ensure clean, testable code, and continuously improve tooling and delivery processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve system performance, reduce tech debt, and explore emerging technologies.
  
  

Qualifications

• A strong software engineering background with experience leading technical teams and delivering high-impact products.
• Deep expertise in modern web technologies – TypeScript, React, Node.js, GraphQL, and AWS.
• Experience working across the SDLC with a clean architecture mindset and a focus on scalability and maintainability.
• Proven ability to influence, mentor, and inspire others while maintaining a hands-on technical presence.
• Excellent communication skills – able to translate technical details into clear business value.
• A growth mindset with a passion for continuous learning and improvement.
  
  

Additional Information

You'll be joining a high-performing, fast-paced team where your work drives meaningful impact in a leading tech company at the intersection of healthcare. We take pride in our driven and results-focused culture, where ambitious individuals can push the boundaries of innovation and contribute to better outcomes for Australians.

Other Benefits Include

• Gaining access to SAGED courses and more through the Greenhouse learning platform, fostering continuous growth and development.
• Enjoying discounts with over 450 retailers through our Reward and Recognition platform.
• The freedom of a full-time, work-from-home role.
• Access to co-working spaces in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and select regional cities.
• Mental health support through our wellbeing platform, Unmind.
• A private health insurance discount through Medibank.
• Up to 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Swag kits to celebrate key milestones in your journey with us.
• Enhance your home office with our work from home equipment allowance benefit.
• Being part of one of the fastest-growing industries in Australia, improving the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients.
  
  

We are committed to facilitating a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.