Platform & AI Engineer

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

North Sydney office perks

Breakfast and snacks

EAP support

Birthday leave

Professional development

Job summary

CGL – Retail Services is seeking a Platform & AI Engineer to modernise applications, data platforms, and integrations while advancing AI capabilities. This role focuses on building scalable, secure, cloud-native solutions and delivering measurable commercial value.

You will transform legacy systems into API-first platforms, leveraging Azure and AI to meet business needs and drive transformation across Creative Activation and Clemenger Field Marketing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or equivalent in software engineering or computer science.
• Extensive experience in developing, deploying, and integrating software solutions.
• Azure experience and working toward certification.
• Demonstrated experience implementing AI, automation, or intelligent workflow solutions within an enterprise environment.

Responsibilities

• Modernise applications, data platforms, integrations and AI capabilities.
• Design, engineer and deliver scalable, secure cloud-native AI-enabled solutions.
• Transform legacy systems into API-first platforms for scalability and agility.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into practical, maintainable solutions.

Skills

Software engineering

Cloud architecture

AI & automation

Data engineering

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or equivalent in software engineering or computer science

Tools

Azure

APIs

CI/CD

Job description

CGL – Retail Servicesrepresents two of Australia's most respected retail marketing businesses,Creative ActivationandClemenger Field Marketing. We partner with leading brands and retailers to drive sales, improve customer experiences, and deliver exceptional in-store execution through merchandising, sales teams, brand activations, training, mystery shopping, and audit services.

Job Description

As the Platform & AI Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Creative Activation's technology landscape through the modernisation of applications, data platforms, integrations, and Artificial Intelligence capabilities. This is an individual contributor role requiring deep technical expertise and a hands‑on approach to designing, engineering, and delivering scalable, secure, cloud‑native, and AI‑enabled solutions that drive innovation, operational efficiency, and business growth.

Working closely with business stakeholders, technology partners, and the engineering team, you will transform legacy systems into modern, resilient, API‑first platforms that are designed for scalability, agility, and future innovation. You will leverage your expertise in software engineering, cloud architecture, platform modernisation, data engineering, and AI to solve complex business challenges and deliver measurable commercial value.

We are looking for a passionate technologist & AI enthusiast who thrives on building, experimenting, and continuously improving. You will combine strategic thinking with hands‑on technical delivery, translating business requirements into practical, secure, and maintainable solutions that enhance client experiences, improve operational performance, and accelerate transformation.

This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about transforming legacy platforms, embracing emerging technologies, and applying Artificial Intelligence to create meaningful business outcomes.

You will be instrumental in building the next generation of intelligent, cloud‑native platforms that support Creative Activation's long‑term growth, innovation, and competitive advantage.

• A competitivetotal salary package including superannuation
• Flexible working arrangements
• Stunning North Sydneyoffice space with complimentary breakfast, daily snacks, a well‑stocked drinks fridge, and end‑of‑trip facilities
• Great company culture, fantastic team environment that supportsyour data career journey.
• EAP support, birthday leave and professional development opportunities

Education and certifications

• Bachelors or equivalent in software engineering or computer science.
• Extensive experience in developing, deploying, and integrating software solutions.
• Azure experience and working toward certification.
• Demonstrated experience implementing AI, automation, or intelligent workflow solutions within an enterprise environment.

Professional attributes

• Work collaboratively in a team with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong communication skills with business and technical stakeholders
• Analytical and logical thinking
• Effective time management and prioritisation of tasks
• Experience working in an agile development environment
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work with autonomy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven ability to develop effective relationships with team members and clients.
• Ability to identify and respond rapidly to sudden changes in priorities and workload, to support business priorities.