Senior Software Engineer

Slater And Gordon; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Slater and Gordon is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, test, and deliver cloud-native, event-driven systems that underpin the firm's technology transformation. You will work on scalable platforms, mentoring teammates and driving engineering excellence in a hybrid work environment in Melbourne.

The role emphasizes building modern, secure, and cost-efficient cloud solutions with a strong focus on governance, DevSecOps, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Must have proven track record delivering cloud-native, distributed systems.
• Strong knowledge of cloud architecture and serverless/event-driven solutions.
• Proficiency in Node.js and modern engineering practices.
• Experience designing scalable NoSQL databases and cloud-native apps.
• Strong secure coding practices and Agile delivery experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver scalable, cloud-first solutions.
• Develop high-quality applications using Node.js and SOLID principles.
• Build serverless, event-driven and distributed systems for performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide technical leadership.
• Translate complex technical concepts into practical solutions for stakeholders.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Node.js

NoSQL databases

DevSecOps

Secure coding

Agile delivery

Stakeholder communication

Team mentorship

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Tools

Azure

Cosmos DB

React.js

Job description

Slater and Gordon Lawyers are a leading personal injury and class actions law firm where every member of our team has a shared passion for our clients: we are people caring for people.

Our commitment to our people includes offering genuine work-life balance, with a hybrid work environment allowing them to split their time between home and the office. We recognise and reward high performance and have outstanding employee benefits including a week of shutdown leave, paid parental leave, extra-long service leave, together with various ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.

What are we looking for?

The Senior Software Engineer is a key individual contributor responsible for designing, developing, testing, and delivering high-quality cloud-native, event-driven systems that support the firm's major technology transformation. The role focuses on building new and modernising existing platforms, engineering practices, and delivery models to enable long-term scalability, resilience, and business agility.

• Design and deliver scalable, cloud-first solutions using modern engineering practices.
• Develop high-quality applications using Node.js and SOLID design principles.
• Build serverless, event-driven and distributed systems for performance and reliability.
• Design NoSQL data models with a focus on scalability and efficient access patterns.
• Make pragmatic technology decisions based on business needs and operational outcomes.
• Apply cloud best practices across security, networking, resilience, observability and cost optimisation.
• Deliver reliable, scalable and cost-effective cloud solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and provide technical leadership.
• Translate complex technical concepts into practical solutions for stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement through innovation, accountability and engineering excellence.

What will you bring?

• Proven experience building and supporting large-scale, cloud-based distributed systems.
• Strong knowledge of cloud architecture, serverless, event-driven solutions and DevSecOps practices.
• Proficiency in Node.js (preferred) and modern engineering principles.
• Experience designing scalable NoSQL databases and cloud-native applications.
• Strong understanding of secure coding practices and Agile delivery.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and technical decision-making skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to influence engineering best practices and mentor team members.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Azure, Cosmos DB, React.js and cloud certifications are highly regarded.

To be eligible for this position, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident, or hold a valid visa with full and unrestricted working rights in Australia. Proof of work rights will be required as part of the Slater and Gordon application process.

Acknowledgement of Country Slater and Gordon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all First Nations peoples today.

Diversity + Inclusion Slater and Gordon is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity and ensures equal opportunities for all. Slater and Gordon is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other legally protected attributes. We understand that everyone has different needs. If you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know in your application.

Senior Software Engineer • Melbourne, VIC, AU