Senior Software Engineer

Who We Are

iSelect and Compare the Market are trusted well-known brands dedicated to helping millions of Australians compare and buy personal finance and household products such as insurance energy and loans. Together we provide a seamless customer-focused experience that makes it easier for Australians to find the right products to suit their needs.

What Youll Be Doing

As a Senior Software Engineer you will provide technical leadership and expertise driving the design development and ongoing maintenance of robust software solutions.

You will ensure technical excellence through modern development practices robust coding standards strategic technology use and alignment with business goals. This role actively contributes to architectural decisions promotes best practices and supports a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the engineering teams.

Software Development & Technical Leadership

Design develop and deliver scalable secure and reliable digital products and services. Ensure adherence to best practices for software architecture coding standards testing and documentation. Review and refine code written by team members facilitating continuous improvement and maintaining high-quality software solutions.

Technical Strategy Innovation & AI

Provide technical guidance influencing decisions on technology stack design patterns architectural strategies and the adoption of AI capabilities. Contribute to the design and integration of AI/ML-powered features (e.g. intelligent automation recommendation engines or data-driven insights). Actively participate in Agile ceremonies and foster innovation by recommending modern technologies and practices. Drive the adoption of DevSecOps principles emphasizing automation CI/CD security and scalable AI solutions.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication

Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders including developers product owners project managers and solution architects. Communicate complex technical and AI-related concepts clearly and effectively facilitating collaborative decision-making and alignment across cross-functional teams.

Continuous Learning & Mentorship

Actively pursue personal development to stay abreast of industry trends emerging technologies and AI advancements. Mentor junior engineers fostering skill growth knowledge sharing and professional development within the engineering team.

Whats In It For You

At Compare the Market and iSelect were all about helping people make smart choices and joining us might just be offer an environment where your ideas are heard your contributions are valued and your growth genuinely matters. Collaboration is part of our DNA and youll be joining a supportive forward-thinking team where you can do meaningful work (and be recognised for it!)

Were guided by three shared values that shape how we work how we treat each other and how we show up for our customers - Drive Noble Intent and All Together.

Plus we offer a range of great perks to help you thrive both in and out of work:

• Vibrant and social community who have annual celebrations family fun days and regular events
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements including the option of one day working from home each week or a 9-day fortnight
• Enjoy additional leave days - ME leave and Volunteer Day leave
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Return To Work bonus for returning parents
• Quarterly Award and Recognition program

What Sets You Apart

• 5 years of software development experience in full-stack environments
• Strong expertise in JavaScript (React) and/or Java and
• Extensive experience with AWS cloud technologies including serverless and event-driven architectures
• Experience building or integrating AI/ML capabilities (e.g. APIs LLMs data pipelines or intelligent automation) into applications
• Understanding of data engineering concepts and workflows to support AI-driven solutions
• Proficient in modern CI/CD practices observability and end-to-end software development
• Experience in regulated industries and hybrid delivery models is desirable

InterestedLets chat!

At Compare the Market and iSelect were proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we embrace diversity.

This role is available to candidates with unlimited Australian working rights only. Sponsorship is not available.

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