As a Principal Software Engineer you will play a pivotal role in shaping the technology landscape and leading the development of cutting-edge software solutions at RAC. This role will have you perform solution architecture and design of new products, platforms and features whilst providing solution direction and advice to delivery teams. Leveraging your deep expertise across multiple domains e.g. Cloud Technologies, development or application security you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable, and reliable software products and provide technical leadership and guidance, coaching and mentoring to other engineers across the organisation.
This is a 2 year maximum term opportunity to start.
What will you be doing?
Owning and managing the engineering technology stack whilst also driving innovation in a safe scalable and sustainable manner.
Shaping and maturing the product, platform and tooling tech stack, by governing solutions and providing architectural guardrails that support innovation, resilience and long-term scalability.
Architect and document software solutions that solve business problems and align with strategic capability and technology direction, while developing and testing these solutions end-to-end across cloud infrastructure, front-end, back-end and integration using secure, repeatable patterns.
Supporting project and delivery teams throughout the development lifecycle to enhance solution delivery, and manage cloud resources to optimise performance, availability, and cost.
Contribute to the development of engineering standards, patterns and best practices, and support engineers in successfully adopting and maintaining them.
Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders and collaborate with engineering leadership to set engineering standards, actively promote and present these standards, and demonstrate innovation in technology utilisation.
What are we looking for in you?
Extensive experience across at least three key disciplines such as Software, Cloud, Architecture, AI, DevOps, or Cyber Engineering.
Identify and assess technology and cyber risks, applying remediation plans and control measures to reduce exposure, strengthen resilience and ensure compliance with security policies.
Experience with either CMS (headless preferred), Dynamics or Mobile development being highly regarded.
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts to varied audiences. Experience in coaching and mentoring, and familiarity with agile delivery methodologies.
Proficiency in software development using .Net Framework, JavaScript/TypeScript, React. Skilled in cloud provisioning (Terraform, ARM, PowerShell) and various testing methodologies.
Tertiary qualifications in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline. Desirable certifications include Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Dynamics, Power Platform, ITIL, and agile methodologies.
What can we offer you?
Work with cutting-edge technologies and be part of a team driving digital transformation across RACWA.
Join a team that values personal development and enables continuous learning opportunities, certifications, and career progression within a supportive and growth-focused environment.
Benefit from flexible and hybrid working arrangements, including temporary remote work options and a focus on work-life balance.
Contribute to high-impact projects or products that directly enhance RACWA's services to its members and the community.
Be part of an organisation that embraces diversity and inclusion, ensuring a welcoming environment for all employees.
Take advantage of a strong focus on employee wellbeing, including mental health support, wellness programs, and fitness incentives.
Engage in meaningful community and social responsibility initiatives that align with RACWA's values and mission.
About RAC
RAC WA is a member-focused organisation dedicated to serving the Western Australian community. Our mission is to create a safer, more sustainable, and connected future for all Western Australians.
RAC values inclusivity, diversity, and flexibility in the workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome everyone. For assistance during the application process, contact [email protected]. #LI-JC1
Skills Required
- Extensive experience across Software, Cloud, Architecture, AI, DevOps, or Cyber Engineering
- Experience with CMS, Dynamics or Mobile development
- Proficiency in software development using .Net Framework, JavaScript/TypeScript, React
- Skilled in cloud provisioning with Terraform, ARM, PowerShell
- Tertiary qualifications in Computer Science or related field
- Desirable certifications include Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Dynamics, Power Platform, ITIL
What We Do
At RAC we offer career opportunities that will allow you to give back and make a difference to our members and the WA community. We pride ourselves on employing the highest calibre of people to meet our member’s needs. RAC promotes healthy living and aims to protect health and safety of employees, members and visitors. RAC has been a part of the West Australian community since 1905. We are unique organisation, built by members for members. From our origins as a motoring club, we have grown to a diverse organisation of over 1,400 employees serving more than 1 million members with a range of products and services. RAC’s difference is that we are a membership organisation, which means we don't have shareholders and we reinvest our profits for the better of our members and the WA community. House rules: We really enjoy receiving your feedback, comments and experiences and enjoy getting the most out of our LinkedIn community. With this in mind, we ask that you stick to the following guidelines: • Please be polite to other RAC LinkedIn users and treat each other as you would like to be treated. • Please don’t give out any personal information. • We cannot allow any inappropriate or offensive language. • Advertising, spam, selling and links to external shopping sites are not allowed here and will be removed. • If you want to post a link to another site to illustrate your point, please do not link to sites that require registration in order to view, or any site that prompts an automatic download as these comments will be removed. • Page admins and the RAC LinkedIn community must be able to easily understand your message. For this reason we can't allow messages which are written in code or a language which isn’t English. • We reserve the right to de-tag RAC from any posts or photos that we deem inappropriate. • Please note that repeat offenders may be reported and will be blocked from the LinkedIn page
