Senior Software Engineer (Python, API Development)
You are a problem solver with a strong background in software engineering
We are a growing team within the bank and constantly involved in industry changing solutions
Together we will build tomorrow’s bank today, using world-leading engineering, technology, and innovation
Do work that matters:
As a Senior Software Engineer at CBA, you’ll lead the development of RESTful APIs using Python (FastAPI), architect microservices aligned with best practices, and build robust CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitHub Actions, Artifactory, TeamCity, and Octopus. You’ll also drive DevSecOps initiatives, embedding security and observability throughout the development lifecycle, and lead cloud migration and deployment efforts in AWS or Azure environments.
See Yourself in Our Team
This role is embedded within the Legal Technology domain, where your contributions will help deliver innovative legal tech solutions. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams using Agile methodologies to deliver high-impact applications that support legal operations and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs using Python (FastAPI).
Architect and implement microservices following best practices and design patterns.
Build and optimise CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitHub Actions, Artifactory, Teamcity and Octopus.
Drive DevSecOps initiatives, embedding security and observability into the development lifecycle.
Lead cloud migration and deployment efforts, preferably in AWS or Azure environments.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams using Agile methodologies to deliver legal tech solutions.
Analyse and process structured and unstructured datasets to support intelligent application features.
Apply Gen AI knowledge to enhance application capabilities and user experience.
We are interested in hearing from people who have:
Are passionate about building developing and deploying high quality software solutions
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to debug complex production issues.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
A proactive approach to learning and applying new technologies to enhance business outcomes.
Skills Required:
We use a broad range of tools, languages, and frameworks. We don’t expect you to know them all but experience or exposure with some of these (or equivalents) will set you up for success in this team;
Proficiency in Python and JavaScript.
Strong experience with REST API development and integration.
Hands-on experience with DevSecOps tooling, including CI/CD and observability platforms.
Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS or Azure), including deployment and migration.
Solid understanding of DevSecOps/SRE best practices.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Working with us:
Whether you’re passionate about customer service, driven by data, or called by creativity, a career with CommBank is for you.
Our people bring their diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives to build a respectful, inclusive, and flexible workplace with flexible work locations. One where we’re driven by our values, and supported to share ideas, initiatives, and energy. One where making a positive impact for customers, communities and each other is part of our every day.
Here, you’ll thrive. You’ll be supported when faced with challenges and empowered to tackle new opportunities. We’re hiring engineers from across all of Australia and have opened technology hubs in Melbourne and Perth. We really love working here, and we think you will too.
We support our people with the flexibility to balance where work is done with at least half their time each month connecting in office. We also have many other flexible working options available including changing start and finish times, part-time arrangements and job share to name a few. Talk to us about how these arrangements might work in the role you’re interested in.
If this sounds like the role for you then we would love to hear from you. Apply today!
If you're already part of the Commonwealth Bank Group (including Bankwest, x15ventures), you'll need to apply through Sidekick to submit a valid application. We’re keen to support you with the next step in your career.
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