Senior Software Engineer (API)
Job Description Permanent Full-Time Sydney, NSW API experience required How will I help? This role will support the Westpac Institution Banking (WIB) Technology team on the highly strategic Cash Management Platform project. This is a multi-year transformation project and is a cloud native build with technologies such as React.js, TypeScript, Redux and Node.js (REST APIs). Having experience in Java and AWS cloud would be a bonus.
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play an important role in the development of a new portal/api and applications for the bank's Corporate and Institutional clients. You will also be required to design, develop and support implementation of an enterprise-level API-based platform.
This role is based in our Westpac Sydney office and will require you to attend the office with the wider team on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Your key responsibilities include: Writing quality, bug-free code and building APIs. Producing project & individual technical design documents. Providing technical input to the strategic direction of technology investments. Identifying & assisting in mitigating the impact of technology dependencies on solution delivery. Developing & implementing technology solutions in line with best practices and to agreed timeframes. Engaging with Architects, Consultants, Infrastructure and Security Specialists to provide a key link between the technical needs of the business and the solution design. Participating in Westpac Engineering communities and providing constructive feedback to platform teams such as Service Mesh. What's in it for me? You'll play a significant part of the future of a business that has been around for over 200 years. Our purpose is to create better futures together. So, we'll back you in the development of your career, internal career prospects, and flexible working. You'll also keep learning to grow your career, backed by a fantastic team of people with a can-do, supportive structure. Whatever shape your family takes, we offer generous paid and unpaid parental leave for your nominated primary and support carers. This includes leave to organise adoptions, surrogacy, and foster care arrangements. And we continue to pay your super contributions while you take all the time you need to get your new family settled.
What do I need? We are looking for top engineers, with the ability to deliver business value first and foremost.
Min 5 years' experience in a similar Senior Engineer role. Must have strong technical knowledge in - Java 11+, RESTful APIs, Spring Boot and AWS Data Technologies. Expertise in React JS, Redux, Node JS, Kafka/MQ, relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL), Splunk, and AppDynamics. Prior experience in developing and implementing APIs that achieve project objectives. Prior experience in solution design and working as a solution designer across multiple programs. Background in software development & agile methodologies. Understanding of Banking and Financial Services would be highly regarded. Demonstrate the below soft skills: Excellent communication skills, ability to consult with various stakeholders. Continuous Improvement Mindset Ability to work within a highly skilled team as a team member. Proactive A focus on delivering business value above all. What's it like to work there? We are a collaborative team of passionate people with a shared ambition to make a difference for our customers, our communities and each other. At Westpac, making a difference means creating impact, unlocking our own and each other's passions, and transformative success stories to create better futures together.
As well as competitive remuneration and a great culture, joining the Westpac family gives you access to a wide range of employee benefits to help you manage your priorities - whether that means family life, work/life balance, ambition to grow or all the little perks in between.
We'll empower you to shape your career path. Through personalised upskilling, mentoring, and training opportunities, you're in control of where you start and how you'll grow.
As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to have created a culture and work environment that values diversity and flexibility - and champions inclusion.
How do I apply?
Start here. Just click on the APPLY button. At Westpac, we're all about creating a supportive culture and ensuring our workplaces, branches, products, and services are accessible and inclusive for everyone - our customers, employees, and the wider community. If you're interested in discussing workplace flexibility, please feel free to mention it in your application.
We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural backgrounds, people with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals, veterans and reservists, and Indigenous Australians to apply. If you have questions about the recruitment process, please email.
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We can provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disabilities and/or neurodiversity. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process at any stage, please email.
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