Senior Software Engineer

Alteryx; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Alteryx is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to build and scale AI-powered SaaS products. You'll work at the intersection of engineering, design, and data science to solve complex technical challenges and deliver impactful solutions.

You'll contribute to a team redefining the big data and analytics landscape, shaping product innovation and user experience. The role offers opportunities to own features from design through deployment in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, based in Sydney,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with JavaScript/TypeScript.
• 5+ years of experience with React or similar frontend frameworks.
• Strong HTML and CSS skills with cross-browser compatibility.
• Solid understanding of full-stack concepts focusing on performance and maintainability.
• Experience with automated testing (unit, integration, end-to-end).
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (GitHub, GitLab, etc.).
• Hands-on experience using AI tools in day-to-day development.

Responsibilities

• Build with impact: Hit the ground running by developing high-value features using the right tools and technologies.
• Collaborate deeply: Work closely within a cross-functional team (engineers, designers, and data scientists) to explore problem spaces, design scalable solutions, and deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Architect & innovate: Contribute to system design and help shape the technical direction for upcoming features and products.
• Champion best practices: Advocate for clean, maintainable, and high-performing code, while driving engineering excellence across the team.
• Teach & learn: Share your knowledge and elevate team capabilities while continuously learning from peers and new technologies.

Skills

JavaScript/TypeScript

React

HTML/CSS

Full-stack concepts

Automated testing

CI/CD

AI tools

Tools

Node.js

Highcharts

D3.js

Job description

Meet the Moment with Alteryx

We're living through a once-in-a-generation shift in how work gets done. Data, automation, and AI are quickly becoming the center of every business decision - and Alteryx is leading the transformation.

Meet the Moment with Alteryx

We're living through a once-in-a-generation shift in how work gets done. Data, automation, and AI are quickly becoming the center of every business decision - and Alteryx is leading the transformation.

You'll be working on the challenges that sit at the heart of modern business. No matter your role, the work you do will help organizations move faster, see more clearly, and tackle questions that used to feel impossible.

If you're ready to meet the moment with innovation, curiosity, and excellence, there's a place for you here.

We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer to take ownership of building and scaling cutting-edge AI-powered SaaS products. You'll work at the intersection of engineering, design, and data science to solve complex technical challenges and deliver impactful solutions.

This is an opportunity to be part of a team that is redefining the big data and analytics landscape, where your contributions directly influence product innovation and user experience.

What You'll Do

• Build with impact: Hit the ground running by developing high-value features using the right tools and technologies.
• Collaborate deeply: Work closely within a cross-functional team (engineers, designers, and data scientists) to explore problem spaces, design scalable solutions, and deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Architect & innovate: Contribute to system design and help shape the technical direction for upcoming features and products.
• Champion best practices: Advocate for clean, maintainable, and high-performing code, while driving engineering excellence across the team.
• Teach & learn: Share your knowledge and elevate team capabilities while continuously learning from peers and new technologies.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience with JavaScript/TypeScript
• 5+ years of experience with React or similar frontend frameworks
• Strong understanding of HTML & CSS, including cross-browser and cross-platform compatibility
• Solid grasp of full-stack development principles with a focus on performance and maintainability
• Proven experience in automated testing (unit, integration, and end-to-end)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitHub, GitLab, etc.
• Hands-on experience using AI tools (including agentic workflows) in day-to-day development.

Nice to Have

• Experience with internationalization (i18n), localization (l10n), and accessibility (a11y)
• Familiarity with data visualization/charting libraries such as Highcharts or D3.js
• Exposure to backend technologies like Node.js, Python, Kotlin, or similar
• Experience with message-based or service-oriented architectures.

Find yourself checking a lot of these boxes but doubting whether you should apply? At Alteryx, we support a growth mindset for our associates through all stages of their careers. If you meet some of the requirements and you share our values, we encourage you to apply. As part of our ongoing commitment to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, we're invested in building teams with a wide variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences.

This position involves access to software/technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant's capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.