Software Engineer

Australian Retirement Trust; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

14% super

Training & development

Hybrid work model

On-site facilities

Job summary

Australian Retirement Trust in Brisbane is seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, test and support application solutions that improve member outcomes.

You will collaborate with stakeholders, analyze requirements and contribute to planning, estimation and continuous improvement while working with modern tools and cloud technologies. This is a permanent role based in Brisbane with hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related discipline.
• Experience in software development using modern programming languages, frameworks and cloud technologies.
• Knowledge of relational databases and SQL development.
• Experience with version control practices, automated builds and modern development workflows.
• Ability to translate business and technical requirements into effective software solutions.
• Understanding of Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience in medium to large enterprise environments.
• Experience in financial services, superannuation or regulated industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test and maintain high-quality software solutions.
• Analyse requirements and implement enhancements in line with standards and best practices.
• Investigate, troubleshoot and resolve incidents and system issues promptly.
• Support software configuration, testing and deployment across environments.
• Contribute to planning, estimation and solution design.
• Maintain system and technical documentation for knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders to deliver solutions.
• Support continuous improvement across development practices, tools and processes.
• Identify, assess and escalate risks per organisational frameworks.
• Participate in after-hours support and on-call rosters as required.

Skills

Software development

SQL development

Relational databases

Version control & CI/CD

Cloud technologies

Agile & Waterfall

Stakeholder collaboration

Problem-solving

Enterprise experience

Regulatory industry experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Job description

Australian Retirement Trust – Brisbane QLD

Description

We're all about helping our members make the most of their money. And while they go after their goals, you can too. As a Software Engineer, you'll play an important role in designing, developing, testing and supporting application solutions that enable our business and help deliver better outcomes for members.
You'll work closely with technical and business stakeholders to analyse requirements, develop solutions, investigate incidents and contribute to the ongoing enhancement of our technology landscape. From developing and maintaining software through to supporting release and deployment activities, you'll help deliver reliable, scalable and high-quality solutions across a variety of platforms.

You'll also contribute to planning, estimation, solution design and continuous improvement initiatives while working with industry-leading tools, technologies and practices. This is a fantastic opportunity to deepen your technical expertise, collaborate with talented colleagues and make a meaningful difference in a purpose-driven organisation.

This role is a permanent opportunity and is based in Brisbane.

Responsibilities

Day to day, you'll:

• Design, develop, test and maintain high-quality software solutions that support business and member outcomes.
• Analyse requirements and implement application enhancements in line with agreed standards and best practices.
• Investigate, troubleshoot and resolve incidents and system issues in a timely manner.
• Support software configuration, testing and deployment activities across multiple environments.
• Contribute to planning, estimation, solution design and technical feasibility assessments.
• Maintain system and technical documentation to ensure knowledge is shared and accessible.
• Collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders to deliver effective solutions.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across development practices, tools and processes.
• Identify, assess and appropriately escalation risks in line with organisational frameworks.
• Participate in support activities, including after-hours support and on-call rosters where required.

Qualifications

It goes without saying you'll be a great communicator with top notch interpersonal skills. We'll also expect you to pick up problems and come up with quick, creative ways to solve them. It's quite likely you tick some of the following boxes too:

• You hold a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related discipline.
• Your experience includes software development using modern programming languages, frameworks and cloud technologies.
• You'll have knowledge of relational databases and SQL development.
• You're experienced in version control practices, automated builds and modern development workflows.
• You can analyse business and technical requirements and translate them into effective software solutions.
• Your understanding of Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies allows you to work effectively across different project environments.
• You'll demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• You're comfortable communicating and collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• You have experience working within medium to large enterprise environments.
• Your experience within financial services, superannuation or other highly regulated industries will be highly regarded.

Why join us?

Bring your potential to Australian Retirement Trust and unleash our monster possibilities:

• You'll get 14% super as standard, to help your future come alive.
• Build a career to be proud of through excellent training and development opportunities.
• Balance your work between in-person days at our purpose-built hubs and working from home.
• In the office, enjoy end of trip facilities, a yoga and multi-faith room, parent and carer rooms, quiet rooms, BrewHub coffee facilities, and collaborative team spaces.

We use technology, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support parts of our recruitment process - such as reviewing applications, supporting screening interviews, reference checking, and matching skills to roles. All final hiring decisions are made by people.
By applying, you agree to the use of these technologies as part of the recruitment process.

About us

Our 2.4 million members trust us to take care of around $375 billion in retirement savings. And we help them take charge of their finances and face the future with confidence. Our inclusive culture means you'll be valued and heard in a respectful workplace. We've created an environment where you can be yourself and do amazing work. It's that simple.

Everyone is welcome to apply. We value diverse thinking, cultures, perspectives, backgrounds, and abilities. Awaken your career at Australian Retirement Trust. Applications close 2nd November 2026.

We don't want to leave you with a monstrous wait. So, you'll hear from us after the closing date to find out whether you've made it through to the next round or not. Being fair and up-front is important to us - and recruitment is no different.

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