Staff Software Engineer

• You are a passionate about the full software lifecycle, especially solution design
• We are high performing engineers pushing the boundaries of software engineering
• Together we will build tomorrow’s bank today, using world-leading technology and innovation

Do work that matters

We’re building tomorrow’s bank today, which means we need creative and diverse engineers to help us redefine what customers expect from a bank. Envisioning new technologies that are still waiting to be invented and reimagining products that support our customers and help build Australia’s future economy. We’re the engine room behind Australia’s leading online bank – a title we’ve held for twelve years running.

See yourself in our team

You’ll be in the Home Buying Manage & Own Crew, responsible for the in-life experience of our Home Loan customers, building a brighter future for all by unlocking the dream of Home Ownership for all Australians, and providing them with the best experience.

As a Staff Engineer in the Home Buying Domain, you will play a pivotal role in leading the technical vision, strategy, and execution of customer-facing & internal tools and applications that empower our customers and lenders to make informed decisions with confidence when looking to buy a property.

You’ll work closely with product managers, designers, and engineers to deliver seamless, intuitive experiences that demystify the complexities of home ownership. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll guide a talented team of engineers, foster a culture of technical excellence, and drive innovation across our platform.

We’re Interested In Hearing From People Who

• Are passionate technology leaders, still love being hands-on, designing, problem solving & taking ownership for Technology challenges from start to finish
• Great mentor & people leader who can build a good community of engaged & curious engineers who find excitement in building amazing products for our customers
• Show experience in the full software development lifecycle using Agile practices, DevSecOps
• Define and drive the technical roadmap for team that support the home buying journey.
• Lead the design of scalable, secure, and maintainable systems with a secure-by-design mindset.
• Are confident in their solution design capabilities, stakeholder engagement and leading technical conversations in group forums & can lead and nurture our engineers to do the same.
• Show the ability to collaborate, present ideas, influence, and challenge stakeholders.
• Actively are involved in continuous learning, experimentation, and innovation, ready to apply and promote

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 will set you up for success in this team:

• Developing 3-tier application both on-premises and on cloud covering:

• Frontend: React, Typescript, Next.js (preferred).

• Backend: .Net core, C#, Java, Node.js.

• Database: SQL and NoSQL experience (both admin and usage).

• Scripting languages (i.e., TypeScript, Go, Python, GraphQL).

• CI/CD tools (i.e., GitHub Actions, TeamCity, Octopus).

• Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, Pulumi, CloudFormation.

• Infrastructure as a Code framework: SST essential.

• Automation Quality Engineering (Unit Testing, Regression Testing).

• Solution design with a secure-by-design approach.

Working with us

Whether you’re passionate about customer service, driven by data, or called by creativity, a career with us is for you.

Our people bring their diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives to build a respectful, inclusive, and flexible workplace with flexible work locations. We’re looking for people who truly live our values: Care, Courage and Commitment and we’ll offer you great opportunities to develop your career with us.

If you're ready to be part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation, teamwork, and security, apply now and help shape the future of fintech with us!

If you're already part of the Commonwealth Bank Group (including Bankwest, x15ventures), 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.

We're aware of some accessibility issues on this site, particularly for screen reader users. We want to make finding your dream job as easy as possible, so if you require additional support please contact HR Direct on 1800 989 696.

Advertising End Date: 28/08/2025