Job Principal Full Stack Software Engineer, Alexandria

This is a Principal Full Stack Software Engineer role with Commonwealth Bank based in Eveleigh, NSW, AU
== Commonwealth Bank ==

Role Seniority - senior

More about the Principal Full Stack Software Engineer role at Commonwealth Bank

• Together we will build tomorrow’s bank today, using world-leading technology and innovation.

• Enjoy employee banking benefits and over 600 staff deals!

• Dedicated time each week for study support & professional development.

Do work that matters

Engineering the future of banking - We're building tomorrow’s bank today, envisioning new technologies that are still waiting to be invented and reimagining payments products that support millions of our customers, and help build Australia’s future economy.

Our Software team are the brains behind Australia’s number one banking app, Netbank, Cardless Cash, Comm Sec Pocket and Spend Tracker. We go beyond a passion for web and mobile development, creating reliable APIs at a unique scale in Australia. And you could be a part of that journey.

See yourself in our team

You are a seasoned technology leader who’ll lead our technological evolution within our dynamic DevSecOps environment. As a Principal Engineer, you’ll guide the design process and develop solutions to drive positive outcomes across your domain.

We support our people with the flexibility to balance where work is done with at least half your 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 for you.

We’re interested in hearing from people who:

• Take technical ownership of key strategic initiatives to drive positive outcomes.

• Lead complex deliverables and solution planning, providing guidance and oversight to ensure that technical deliveries are aligned to broader direction and strategy.

• Can execute state-of-the-art coding practices, driving high quality outcomes to solve core business and minimise risks.

• Provide thought leadership and be a technical mentor for the wider team.

• Manage relationships with architecture, security, infrastructure and service management leaders.

• Support modern delivery and engineering principal and practices.

• Work collaboratively within a team spread across multiple countries and contribute towards a culture of knowledge sharing and personal development.

Tech skills

This is a highly technical role, requiring a broad range of tools, languages, and frameworks. You’ll be a good match if you have previous experience in:

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

  • Frontend: React and Redux (Preferred) or Angular

  • Backend: .Net Core (preferred), C# or Java

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

• Infrastructure as Code using CloudFormation and Terraform.

• Microservices design and implementation to deliver highly scalable APIs.

• Building secure, scalable and highly available cloud-native applications.

• At least one scripting/programming language (i.e., JavaScript, TypeScript, Go, Python).

• CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, TeamCity or Octopus.

• Automated Quality Engineering and Testing (Unit Testing, Regression Testing).

• Application Security.

• Observability tools including Splunk, AppDynamics etc.

• Configuration Management tooling.

• Containerization skills (Docker, Kubernetes).

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.

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Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Commonwealth Bank team will be there to support your growth.

Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined

Key Responsibilities

• Driving positive outcomes
• ️ Leading complex deliverables
• Providing thought leadership

Key Strengths

• Technical ownership
• Complex deliverables
• State-of-the-art coding practices
• Thought leadership
• ⚙️ Microservices design
• Containerization skills

Why Commonwealth Bank is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume.

A Final Note: This is a role with Commonwealth Bank not with Hatch.