Senior Software Engineer

Stan.; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Nine is hiring for a Senior Engineering role within the Commercial Products team. You will design and maintain complex integration flows powering Sales Operations, Traffic, Finance, and Presentation systems, shaping our broadcast revenue ecosystem.

You will mentor engineers, drive cloud development practices, and uphold a security-first mindset while delivering high-quality code and scalable architectures.

Qualifications

• Experience designing integration flows and system architecture.
• Experience mentoring engineers in cloud development practices.
• Strong code review and problem-solving skills.
• Security-first approach to data and applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and architect complex integration flows and system architecture.
• Mentor engineers in cloud development practices and champion excellence.
• Code and review high-standard code, solving complex technical problems.
• Optimise database operations with performant queries.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies and drive DevOps best practices.

Skills

Cloud experience

.NET Framework/.NET Core

PostgreSQL/SQL Server

Event-driven architecture

DevOps practices

Tools

AWS

WCF

PostgreSQL

SQL Server

Job description

Company Description

Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. We are home to premium, trusted news, sport and entertainment. Nine’s assets span free-to-air television, free and paid streaming, publishing and digital audio, and digital outdoor and retail media. Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact. We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones. As our iconic and emerging brands continue to evolve, we offer unique opportunities for you to bring fresh ideas, innovate, and make your mark on the future of Australian media.

Job Description

The Commercial Products team manages the custom-built systems that power our Sales Operations, Traffic, Finance, and Presentation teams. These systems are critical to our linear broadcast schedules and all broadcast-related revenue.

Day to day you will:

• Lead & Architect: Design and maintain complex integration flows and system architecture.
• Mentor: Guide engineers in cloud development practices and champion a culture of excellence.
• Code & Review: Collaborate on high-standard code reviews and solve complex technical problems.
• Optimise: Write performant database operations and ensure a “security-first” approach.
• Facilitate: Support Agile ceremonies and drive DevOps best practices.

What You’ll Bring:

• Cloud Expertise: AWS certifications or demonstrable practical experience in cloud environments.
• The Stack: Advanced knowledge of .NET Framework and .NET Core.
• Data Mastery: Advanced database experience (PostgreSQL, SQL Server) with the ability to optimise complex queries.
• Architecture: Deep understanding of Event-driven application design and experience working with WCF services.
• Ways of Working: A solid grasp of DevOps principles and a passion for staying ahead of the latest technology trends.

Additional Information

How we work

At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team.

Our employee benefits include:

Nine offers a variety of benefits and perks to support you. Learn more about our full benefits offering here: https://ninecareers.com.au/benefits-and-how-we-work/

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We’re committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.

Work rights:

Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.