Join to apply for the Staff Software Engineer role at Commonwealth Bank12 month Fixed Term PositionWe'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 teamYou'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 and 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.ResponsibilitiesLead the technical vision, strategy, and execution for customer-facing and internal tools within the Home Buying DomainCollaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to deliver seamless, intuitive experiencesProvide hands-on leadership, mentoring, and guidance to a team of engineers; promote technical excellence and innovationDefine and drive the technical roadmap for teams supporting the home buying journeyDesign scalable, secure, and maintainable systems with a secure-by-design mindsetEngage stakeholders, lead technical conversations, and nurture engineers to contribute in group forumsQualifications & SkillsPassionate technology leader who enjoys designing, problem solving, and taking ownership of technical challenges from start to finishStrong mentorship and people leadership to build an engaged, curious engineering communityExperience across the full software development lifecycle using Agile practices and DevSecOpsAbility to define and drive technical roadmaps for teams in the home buying journeyProven ability to design scalable, secure systems with a secure-by-design mindsetConfident in solution design, stakeholder engagement, and leading technical discussionsCollaborative, able to present ideas, influence, and challenge stakeholdersCommitted to continuous learning, experimentation, and innovationTechnical SkillsExperience with developing 3-tier applications on-premises and in the cloudFrontend: React, TypeScript, Next.js (preferred)Backend: .
Net Core, C#, Java, Node.jsDatabase: SQL and NoSQL (admin and usage)Scripting languages (TypeScript, Go, Python, GraphQL)CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, TeamCity, Octopus)Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, Pulumi, CloudFormationInfrastructure as Code framework: SSTAutomation Quality Engineering (Unit Testing, Regression Testing)Secure-by-design solution designWorking with usOur people bring diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives to build a respectful, inclusive, and flexible workplace with flexible work locations.
We live our values: Care, Courage and Commitment, and offer 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, 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 accessibility issues on this site; if you require additional support please contact HR Direct on 1800 989 696.Seniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Engineering and Information TechnologyAdvertising End Date: 19/09/2025
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