Software Engineer

Employment TypePermanent

Closing Date25 Apr 2025 11:59pm

Job TitleSoftware Engineer

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 AreTelstra is a well-known Australian company that has been around for over 100 years. We are the leading telecommunications and technology company in Australia and have been operating internationally for over 70 years. We have a strong presence in over 20 countries. In India, we have offices in Bangalore, Mumbai, and Delhi, as well as an Innovation and Capability Centre in Bangalore. We are focused on using innovation, automation, and technology to solve major technological challenges in areas such as IoT, 5G, AI, and machine learning. Joining Telstra gives you the chance to make a difference in the lives of millions of people and have a rewarding career with flexibility.Focus of the RoleAs Full stack Developer role involves developing and maintaining high-quality software applications using Java 11 & 17, and frameworks like Spring Boot. The role includes creating and maintaining front-end user interfaces with NodeJS and React, and utilizing AWS cloud services for deploymentWhat 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
• Relocation support options across India, from junior to senior positions within the company
• Receive insurance benefits such as medical, accidental and life insurances

What You’ll Do  

• Design and implement responsive user interfaces using modern front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and front-end libraries (primarily React JS).
• Develop server-side applications and RESTful APIs using back-end technologies such as Java and Spring Boot.
• Integrate front-end and back-end components to create a seamless user experience.
• Perform database design and development, including data modeling, queries, and optimization.
• Ensure the application's performance, security, and scalability meet industry best practices and project requirements.
• Test and debug web applications to identify and resolve issues.
• Continuously improve and refactor code for better performance and maintainability.
• Collaborate with DevOps engineers for smooth deployment and release processes.
• Stay up to date with latest technologies, frameworks, and industry trends.
• Participate in code reviews, provide feedback.
• Organize and conduct showcases for product owners and stakeholders.
• Backend heavy role – 60:40 ratio
• You are expected to be a team player & not an individual contributor.

Essential Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or related field (preferred but not required).
• Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer with more than 3+ years' experience and a strong portfolio.
• Experience in Java 11+ /17+ and JavaScript.
• Solid knowledge of back-end technologies like Java, Spring Boot, and databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Proficiency in front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and React (any new version and above)
• Knowledge of accessibility tools and guidelines.
• Working knowledge of JIRA.
• Ability to fix SonarQube issues.
• Experience in deploying code on the cloud using AWS, Azure or PCF platforms
• Ability to coordinate deployment activities.
• Experience with Selenium and Postman (or other API testing tools).
• Knowledge and experience of REST APIs and Apigee.
• Knowledge of monitoring tools like Splunk, New Relic etc.

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 abilities 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