Network Software Specialist

Employment TypePermanent

Closing Date25 June 2026 11:59pm

Job TitleNetwork Software Specialist

Job Summary

To provide assistance in specialist analysis, design, development and deployment in specific network technology domains, having due regard for how this technology inter-works with other technologies, to deliver products and infrastructure to defined service level standards. Using the next generation technologies that arrange how customers connect, explore and interact with one and other.Job Description

Who We Are

We're an iconic Aussie brand with a global footprint. Our purpose is to build a connected future so everyone can thrive. We're all about providing the best experience and delivering the best tech on the best network.

This includes making Telstra the place you want to work. For you, that means a having career that grows with you and working with a team powered by human connection that prioritises wellbeing and choice.

What We Offer

• Performance-related pay

• Access to thousands of learning programs so you can level-up

• Global presence across 22 countries; opportunities to work where we do business.

• Purchased annual leave scheme

• Additional Telstra day off

• Additional 30% off Telstra products and services

• Toolkit provided (laptop + mobile phone + plan paid for)

What You’ll Do

Global Networks & Technology - Network & Infrastructure Engineering designs and delivers Telstra's network and infrastructure solutions, ensuring they're reliable, scalable, and secure.

In this role, you will analyse and integrate data from multiple systems to improve quality, reporting, and decision-making outcomes. You’ll translate business requirements into practical solutions and support design, development, testing, and deployment. You will generate insights through analysis and visual storytelling to solve complex problems. Working with stakeholders, you’ll uphold engineering standards, support integrations, and drive continuous improvement and innovation.

About You

You bring a collaborative approach, working effectively with team members and stakeholders to deliver strong outcomes. You apply a sharp analytical mindset to solve problems and derive insights from data, systems, and technologies. You’re committed to continuous learning, improvement, and adapting to feedback, while taking ownership within established practices. You communicate clearly to simplify complex concepts and actively contribute to team culture, knowledge sharing, and capability uplift.

Essential Criteria:

• Analytical thinking and problem solving

• Data analysis, reporting, and insight generation

• Communication (verbal and written) and stakeholder collaboration

• Teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

• Data governance and data infrastructure understanding

• Software engineering capabilities (API, front-end, back-end, scripting, database development)

• DevOps practices, CI/CD mindset, and toolchains

• Agile methodologies and continuous improvement mindset

• Cloud, virtualisation, and modern technology practices

• Network technology analysis, design, and integration

• Vendor solution assessment and standards development

• Algorithm design, testing, and automation problem solving

We're amongst the top 2% of companies globally in the CDP Global Climate Change Index 2023, being awarded an 'A' rating. If you want to work for a company that cares about sustainability, we want to hear from you.

As part of your application with Telstra, you may receive communications from us on +61 440 135 548 (for job applications in Australia) and +1 (623) 400-7726 (for job applications in the Philippines and India).

When you join our team, you become part of a welcoming and inclusive community where everyone is respected, valued and celebrated. We actively seek individuals from various backgrounds, ethnicities, genders and disabilities because we know that diversity not only strengthens our team but also enriches our work. We have zero tolerance for harassment of any kind, and we prioritise creating a workplace culture where everyone is safe and can thrive. 

As part of the hiring process, all identified candidates will undergo a background check, and the results will play a role in the final decision regarding your application.

We work flexibly at Telstra. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you. When you apply, you can share your pronouns and / or any reasonable adjustments needed to take part equitably during the recruitment process.

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