Join Lyra as a Graduate Forward Deployed Engineer to build software for Silicon Valley startups. You'll work with Next.js, TypeScript, and Python to execute on founder visions. This role involves embedding directly with startups to help them deliver meaningful outcomes.
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Key Responsibilities
Technical Skills Required
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Job Description
Compensation: $83,200 - $165,750 per year
What We're Looking For:
- High proficiency in Full-stack engineering with Nextjs/Typescript and or Python.
- Based in Australia.
Bonus Points:
- Experience integrating OpenAI, Anthropic, and or Google Gemini APIs
- Background in an early-stage startup environment.
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About Lyra:
Join Australia's top engineering talent, building software for Silicon Valley startups. You'll work with Next.js, TypeScript, and Python to execute on the founder's visions while learning directly from founders and senior engineers. This is your chance to grow fast, ship real products, and work alongside exceptional builders who push you to be your best.
Joining Lyra as a Graduate Forward Deployed Engineer involves an initial take-home assessment, followed by paid training and/or a client evaluation period. Successful candidates transition to a full-time role with competitive pay and benefits.
We have offices in Sydney, Melbourne (Feb 2026), and San Francisco.
About the Role:
Forward Deployed Engineering (FDE) means embedding directly with startups that rely on us, particularly those pursuing missions in healthcare, tech, robotics, recruiting, and beyond, to help them deliver meaningful outcomes.
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You can own the end-to-end execution of full-stack projects, working in small teams. This means you'll have a chance to make technical decisions, execute on founder visions, and deliver outcomes that matter. By joining as a Graduate FDE, you'll work alongside Australia's best engineering talent while leapfrogging your rate of learning and real-world impact.
Benefits:
- Free catering, plus drinks and snacks provided.
- Access to our Silicon Valley VC & founder network.
- Receive top-of-the-line work equipment.
- Hybrid work with access to our Sydney office.
- Weekly sports and activities.
Growth & Expectations:
- Fast promotions for high performers - you can skip levels based on skill.
- Merit-based raises on performance and contributions.
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