- Challenge yourself & add significant value to Qantas Group
- Join and shape a growing Software Engineering Team in Qantas Technology
- Permanent role based at our Mascot campus
At Qantas, we represent Australia to the world. Our diverse country is known for its unique spirit, mateship, and a can-do attitude. Together we’re strong and resilient, and we work hard to make sure we’re always at our best.
Technology is a big part of how we continue to pioneer our way forward. With eyes on the future, our IT team harness technology on a global scale and tailor local solutions for each of our ports. Together we’ll show you it’s possible to make an impact, and to never underestimate what you’re capable of achieving.
The Software Engineer is responsible for supporting the delivery and development of the software systems that power our business unit.
The role is for a mid-level hands-on skilled software developer with ability to deliver high quality, well-designed software.
You will share responsibility for the quality of the software being built, including but not limited to; achieving desired business outcomes; meeting reliability and performance expectations; safely managing security and data privacy concerns.
As a Software Engineer, you would be expected to have understanding how web applications are delivered within an enterprise environment. You are expected to have experience with back end technologies (Java Springboot). Experience with front end technologies though not required will be desirable (React, JavaScript, CSS, HTML).
Responsibilities of the role include: Software design and implementation, Testing (acceptance, functional, integration, unit) Agile software delivery, Collaboration, Implementation of secure code practice.
Will Bring:
- Knowlegd of Agile and Lean software development practices as well SDLC
- Experience in embedding best practices in software development within a team
- Ability to collaborate and contribute to the organisations engineering culture.
- Experience with version control tools like Git, GitHub, GitHub Actions, CI/CD, code reviews etc
- Experience researching and troubleshooting bugs and performance bottlenecks in a production environment
- A strong end to end technical understanding how applications within an enterprise environment run and operate
- Knoledge of back end technologies (i.e Java, Springboot, API, REST)
- Knowledge and experience of cloud platforms beneficial such as AWS - EC2, S3, Lambda, DynamoDB, Cloud watch etc
- Containerisation technology concepts, such as Docker and Kubemetes
- Knowledge of important software design consideration, Security Performance, Data privacy
- Enthusiasm for learning and driving adoption of the latest technology
- Excellent problem solver
- Great communication skills (written and verbal) that will enable successful collaboration
- Good understanding of security principles
- Good prioritization and time management skills
- Driven and motivated by team and company success
- Highly professional with high integrity
- Attention to detail and a willingness to take ownership of issues and deliverables
Why Qantas?
If you’re successful in your application, you’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully.
There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.
The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel.
- We love to travel: Enjoy discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.
- We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including 18 weeks paid parental leave (plus superannuation payments on all paid and unpaid parental leave until your child turns 1) and additional purchased leave options for eligible employees.
- We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging for everything from motor vehicles to electronic devices.
- We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether its learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.
Qantas is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. By coming to work for us, you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages diversity, supports charities and environmental initiatives. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. Your personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.
Please note: applications will only be considered for candidates who have the right to work in Australia / New Zealand without restriction or sponsorship.
Applications close on the 11th of June
About us
Founded in the Queensland outback in 1920, Qantas has grown to be Australia’s largest regional, domestic and international airline. Qantas has a range of subsidiary businesses that support the overall operations of the Group. The Qantas Group’s main business is the transportation of customers and freight using two complementary airline brands — Qantas and Jetstar — operating regional, domestic and international services.
About us
Founded in the Queensland outback in 1920, Qantas has grown to be Australia’s largest regional, domestic and international airline. Qantas has a range of subsidiary businesses that support the overall operations of the Group. The Qantas Group’s main business is the transportation of customers and freight using two complementary airline brands — Qantas and Jetstar — operating regional, domestic and international services.
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