Lead Software Engineer

Engineering - Software (Information & Communication Technology)

Principal/Lead Software Engineer (GraphQL, Django, React and AWS)

• We're embarking on an engineering transformation program and ready to push the boundaries
  
• You will be responsible for delivering best in class engineering end-user experiences
  
• Together we will build tomorrow's bank today, using world-leading engineering, technology, and innovation
  

Do work that matters

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Engineer to join our fast-paced team. As a Principal Engineer, you will play a key role in driving the technical direction of our projects, with a primary focus on system architecture and design.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop scalable solutions using our tech stack, which includes Kubernetes, Graphql, Django, and React. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software engineering, exceptional problem-solving skills, and a passion for building robust systems.

See yourself in our team

As a member of the Global Technology Services (GTS) division, you will contribute to the technology products and services we deliver, from technical design and coding to deployment to operation. Our GTS products and services are leveraged across all Business Unit Platforms within the Bank to deliver industry-leading software including: CommBank App, Netbank, CommSee, CommSec, CommBiz and Commbank.com.au.

The role is a Principal Engineer in the Infrastructure Controls Automation Portfolio which consists of the Control Attestation Framework service, and a leveraged Infrastructure Automation environment.

The portfolio and services are enabling the bank to increase our visibility and improve our management for IT Service Control compliance, improving our engineering and operational delivery across Infrastructure through increased Automation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement complex, scalable software systems using our tech stack (Kubernetes, Graphql, Django,React)
  
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, providing technical leadership and support
  
• Conduct code reviews to ensure code quality, consistency, and performance.
  
• Identify and address technical debt and scalability issues proactively
  
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve our tech stack and development processes
  
• Collaborate with product owner, leadership team to ensure technical feasibility and alignment with business goals
  
• Clearly document technical decisions and designs
  
• Hands-on on development of features
  

We're interested in hearing from people who:

• Have Risk Mindset -All CommBank employees are expected to proactively identify and understand, openly discuss and act on current and future risks.
  
• Are curious, life-long learners
  
• Can Influence the future of the company's technology estate every day
  
• Can create a culture focussed on accelerating the adoption of new and emerging technologies
  

Technical Skills:

We use a broad range of tools, languages, and frameworks. We don't expect you to know them all but experience or exposure with some of these (or equivalents) will set you up for success in this team;

• Strong experience as a software engineer, with at least 2+ years in lead engineering role
  
• Proven experience in designing, developing, and deploying complex software systems
  
• In-depth knowledge of system architecture and design principles
  
• Extensive experience with Django, Graphql and React for backend and frontend development
  
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  
• A passion for building high-quality, maintainable software
  
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems
  
• Knowledge of DevOps practices for continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD).
  
• Experience with cloud-native technologies and services like AWS
  

Good to have:

• Experience in containerization technologies (Docker, Swarm)
  
• Experience in leading technical teams
  
• A strong track record of shipping successful solutions
  
• Experience with other frontend frameworks such as Angular or Vue.js
  
• Contributions to open-source projects or active participation in the developer community
  

Working with us:

Our people bring their diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives to build a respectful, inclusive, and flexible workplace with flexible work locations. One where we're driven by our values, and supported to share ideas, initiatives, and energy. One where making a positive impact for customers, communities and each other is part of our every day.

Here, you'll thrive. You'll be supported when faced with challenges and empowered to tackle new opportunities. We're hiring engineers from across all of Australia and have opened technology hubs in Melbourne and Perth. We really love working here, and we think you will too.

We support our people with the flexibility to balance where work is done with at least half their time each month connecting in office. We also have many other flexible working options available including changing start and finish times, part-time arrangements and job share to name a few. Talk to us about how these arrangements might work in the role you're interested in.

If this sounds like the role for you then we would love to hear from you. Apply today

Whether you're passionate about customer service, driven by data, or called by creativity, a career here is for you.

Our people bring their diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives to build a respectful, inclusive and flexible workplace. One where we're driven by our values, and supported to share ideas, initiatives, and energy. One where making a positive impact for customers, communities and each other is part of our every day.

Here, you'll thrive. You'll be supported when faced with challenges, and empowered to tackle new opportunities. We really love working here, and we think you will too.

We're determined to make a real difference for Australia's first peoples. We encourage all interested applicants to apply. If you're already part of the Commonwealth Bank Group (including Bankwest), you'll need to apply through Sidekick to submit a valid application. We're keen to support you with the next step in your career.

CommBank is Australia’s leading provider of financial services. With customers at the heart of everything we do, we’re focused on helping people and businesses move forward financially. We are driven to deliver seamless experiences, in smart, innovative ways.

Our 50,000+ people bring their different backgrounds and unique perspectives to our collaborative environment. It’s what makes CommBank a place of opportunity, where your skills can take you in unexpected directions and you can achieve great things.

Ever wondered what it’s like to work at one of Australia’s Most Innovative companies? Hear what our people have to say about #CommBankLife on Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

CommBank is Australia’s leading provider of financial services. With customers at the heart of everything we do, we’re focused on helping people and businesses move forward financially. We are driven to deliver seamless experiences, in smart, innovative ways.

Our 50,000+ people bring their different backgrounds and unique perspectives to our collaborative environment. It’s what makes CommBank a place of opportunity, where your skills can take you in unexpected directions and you can achieve great things.

Ever wondered what it’s like to work at one of Australia’s Most Innovative companies? Hear what our people have to say about #CommBankLife on Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

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