Staff Software Engineer
Do work that matters:
CommBank is driving an engineering transformation, seeking innovative and versatile engineers to redefine customer expectations and shape Australia's future economy. Renowned for its cutting-edge IT platforms, agile infrastructure, and pioneering digital solutions, the bank excels in payments, internet banking, and mobile applications. The software team powers Australia’s top banking app and develops technologies like Netbank, Cardless Cash, CommSec Pocket, and Spend Tracker. Their expertise spans web and mobile development as well as designing robust APIs at a remarkable national scale, offering opportunities to join a team at the forefront of industry innovation.
See yourself in our team:
You will join our Cyber Security Services Engineering Chapter, where you will design and develop solutions to protect our customers and banking infrastructure, leveraging AI tools as a force multiplier.. Your work supports creating advanced technologies that maintain and uplift our Cyber-Security posture.
We are interested in hearing from people who have:
We use a broad range of tools, languages, and frameworks. We don’t expect you to know them all but experience or exposure with some of these (or equivalents) will set you up for success in this team;
Hands-on programming experience in Java/Python/Typescript, building automation frameworks.
Hands on experience in handling API, Kafka, MQ, TCP/IP and File Based protocols. Should be able to work with unix commands.
Software Development and Deployment: Experience in designing, developing and deploying high quality software solutions with comprehensive test coverage without supervision.
Programming/Software Development: Experience in designing and building programs or application features. Automation frameworks, Automated Tests meeting business objectives and requirements.
Quality Engineering : Good experience in system integration testing, experience in UI / Backend (API /KAFKA / MQ) automation with frameworks like Selenium / Playwright / DevTest.
Experience with RDBMS (Oracle) and using SQL or other data integration/ETL tools.
Experience with source control systems (GitHub) and any of the CI/CD tool like TeamCity, Jenkins, GitHub Actions etc.,
Experience with effort estimations.
Tech skills
We work with a wide range of technologies. Experience with the following (or similar) will set you up for success.
Full Software Development Lifecycle:
Demonstrated experience throughout the full SDLC, including design, development, code reviews, CI/CD pipelines,
Hands-on experience with tools like Git, Xcode, Fastlane, and TestFlight.
Full-Stack Engineering:
Hands-on experience in working on backend systems, specifically in Python or similar frameworks.
Ability to write and maintain RESTful API services .
Solid understanding of server-side concepts like authentication, caching, and microservices.
Testing & Code Quality:
Commitment to maintaining high code quality standards (e.g., clean code, SOLID principles, and scalable architectures).
Performance Optimization:
Proficiency in building scalable and reliable tooling.
If you're already part of the Commonwealth Bank Group (including Bankwest, x15ventures), you'll need to apply through Sidekick to submit a valid application. We’re keen to support you with the next step in your career.
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Skills Required
- Hands-on programming experience with Java, Python, or TypeScript, including automation framework development
- Experience handling APIs, Kafka, MQ, TCP/IP, and file-based protocols
- Ability to use Unix commands
- Experience designing, developing, and deploying high-quality software across the full SDLC
- Experience building automation frameworks and automated tests
- Experience with system integration testing and UI/backend automation
- Experience with Selenium, Playwright, DevTest, or equivalent testing frameworks
- Experience with Oracle RDBMS, SQL, or data integration and ETL tools
- Experience with source control systems such as GitHub
- Experience with CI/CD tools such as TeamCity, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions
- Experience with effort estimations
- Experience with Git, Xcode, Fastlane, and TestFlight
- Experience developing backend systems using Python or similar frameworks
- Ability to write and maintain RESTful API services
- Understanding of authentication, caching, and microservices
- Knowledge of clean code, SOLID principles, and scalable architectures
Commonwealth Bank Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Commonwealth Bank and has not been reviewed or approved by Commonwealth Bank.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — The bank offers additional Life Leave, the option to purchase up to four extra weeks, pet leave, and paid volunteering leave alongside flexible-working options. Public materials indicate these leave features compare well within Australian banking.
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Parental & Family Support — Permanent employees can access up to 18 weeks of paid parental leave, and superannuation is paid for up to 34 weeks of unpaid parental leave. These provisions extend support for new parents beyond standard settings.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Access includes CBHS Health Fund, Fitness Passport, a 24/7 wellbeing platform with telehealth, an Employee Assistance Program, and employer‑paid income protection for up to two years, alongside staff banking perks and share plans. This combination provides day‑to‑day value across health, protection, and financial perks.
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What We Do
Australia’s leading provider of financial services including retail, premium, business and institutional banking, funds management, superannuation, insurance, investment and sharebroking products and services. We are a business with more than 800,000 shareholders and over 52,000 employees. We offer a full range of financial services to help all Australians build and manage their finances.
