Job Summary
As a Software Engineer, you thrive on working with your team to design, build and deliver innovative software products and solutions that delight our customers. You apply broad knowledge in software application layer solutions and the software development lifecycle, to experiment, solve problems and own solutions that transform epics into new product features and capabilities. Your continuous learning and improvement mindset and collaboration skills are critical to success in this role, as you continue to deepen your knowledge and expertise in the Software Engineering Domain.Job DescriptionWho We Are
Telstra is Australia’s leading telecommunications and technology company spanning over a century with a footprint in over 20+ countries. In India, we’re building a platform for innovative delivery and engagement that will strengthen our position as an industry leader. We’ve grown quickly since our inception in 2019, now with offices in Pune, Hyderabad and Bangalore
Focus of the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Java Engineer to join our team supporting a key Telstra initiative. This role demands a strong background in Back end, API, Security, CI/CD tools, containerization and cloud platforms
What You’ll Do
Platform Engineering - Software Engineering & IT develops and maintains Telstra's software and IT systems, working on some really cutting-edge technologies.
Build and enhance full-stack applications, backend services, APIs, and internal tools
Develop automation to simplify workflows, integrations, and repetitive engineering tasks
Improve CI/CD pipelines, test automation, and release reliability
Contribute to production support, incident resolution, and long-term fixes
Design reusable components, templates, and shared solutions
Embed security, performance, and reliability considerations into solutions by design
Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to uplift delivery practices
About You
Over all 3-5 years of experience in Software Engineering
3 years of strong experience building backend services – Java, Spring boot, Microservices
Experience designing and consuming REST APIs and integrations
Ability to write clean, testable, and maintainable code
Good experience in CI/CD tools like GitLab/Bamboo/Jenkins
Good experience with AWS and/or Azure
Good understanding of Authentication & Authorization protocols (e.g., JWT, OAuth), including certificate handling and usage to ensure robust application security.
Working knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes for application runtime
AI-Assisted Development
• Hands-on use of GitHub Copilot or equivalent AI coding assistants
• Ability to write clear, structured prompts for code, automation, APIs, and infrastructure
• Sound judgement when reviewing AI-generated output
Good to have:
Experience building automation for workflows, integrations, and internal tooling
Hands-on experience improving CI/CD pipelines and test automation Cloud & Runtime Fundamentals)
Scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell, or similar)
Practical understanding of observability, logging, and monitoring
Behavioral & Ways of Working
Strong problem-solving skills with a structured and pragmatic approach
Clear and effective communication across technical and non-technical stakeholders
Comfortable thinking beyond standard solutions and experimenting responsibly
Passionate about learning new technologies and applying them in real-world scenarios
Ownership mindset from design through production
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.
- Up to 26 weeks maternity leave provided to the birth mother with benefits for all child births
- Employees are entitled to 12 paid holidays per calendar year
- Eligible employees are entitled to 12 days of paid sick / casual leave per calendar year
- Receive insurance benefits such as medical, accidental and life insurances
If you are looking to take the next step in your career, 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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Top Skills
What We Do
We believe it’s people who give purpose to our technology. So we’re committed to staying close to our customers and providing them the best experience.
And delivering the best tech.
On the best network.
Because our purpose is to build a connected future so everyone can thrive.
We build technology and content solutions that are simple and easy to use, including Australia’s largest and fastest national mobile network.
That’s why we strive to serve and know our customers better than anyone else – offering a choice of not just digital connection, but digital content as well.
And that’s why we have an international presence spanning 15 countries, including China.
In the 21st century, opportunity belongs to connected businesses, governments, communities and individuals.
As Australia’s leading telecommunications and information services company, Telstra is proud to be helping our customers improve the ways in which they live and work through connection.
