Software Engineer (React, C#, Azure)

• Join a team of experts, and be a part of our collaborative culture 
• We value flexibility, and give our people choices to balance work-life commitments 
• Our modern offices are centrally located, with an onsite gym 

 Welcome to TAL. As a leading life insurer, we’ve been protecting Australians for over 150 years. Backed by Dai-ichi Life, we're driven by big ambitions and empowered to create better products and services.  

Together with our Partners, we’re helping millions of Australians live a life filled with choices, options and freedoms. See the direct impact you make delivering support and financial security with care and expertise.  

Grow beyond expectations with diverse roles, global connections and exclusive learning opportunities. Work with passionate, bright and capable colleagues. Feel inspired by supportive leaders. Collaborate with heart, where flexibility, wellbeing and inclusivity is valued. Together, we're reimagining insurance. 

So, bring a curious mind and an ambition to help us become the progressive, digitally-enabled leading insurer. 

Please note this is a 12 month Fixed Term contract.

This role is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software applications
and systems. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet the needs of the business and its customers.

1. Software Development:

• Design, code, and implement software applications and systems based on project requirements.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code using modern programming languages and frameworks.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards.

2. Requirement Analysis:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyze software requirements.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications and design documents.

3. Testing and Debugging:

• Develop and execute unit tests, integration tests, and automated tests to ensure software quality.
• Identify and fix bugs and performance issues in the software.

4. Maintenance and Support:

• Provide Level 3 support for software applications, addressing issues and implementing enhancements as needed.
• Monitor and maintain the performance and availability of software systems.

5. Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with other platform teams, including Cyber, Infrastructure, Operations, and Risk teams, to ensure seamless integration and delivery.
• Collaborate with internal business stakeholders, such as the Alliance Partnerships team and Individual Life core colleagues, to understand and address their needs.
• Engage with the technology teams of partners when necessary to achieve project goals.

6. Continuous Improvement:

• Embrace continuous innovation and strive to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of software delivery.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices to enhance skills and knowledge.

7. Documentation:

• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for software applications, including design documents, technical specifications, and user manuals.

8. Security and Compliance:

• Ensure that software applications are secure and comply with relevant regulations and standards.
• Implement security best practices and conduct regular security assessments.
   

• Proficiency in modern programming languages (C#, React, JavaScript) and development frameworks.
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum).
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Knowledge of software testing and debugging techniques.
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms and services (Azure)

TAL is one of Australia’s leading life insurers, committed to inclusion, and supporting the career growth of our diverse workforce. We’re proud to be:  

• An Inclusive Employer – Recognised as Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency and Bronze Tier Status within the Australian Workplace Equality Index  

• Diversity Champions – Member of Diversity Council Australia, Australian Disability Network, Pride in Diversity and Champions of Change  

• Reconciliation Advocates – Read our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan.    

We welcome applications from people with diverse experiences, perspectives and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, caregivers, individuals living with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.  

Need adjustments during the recruitment process? Let our team know by getting in touch with us here.—we’re here to support you. 

Everyone at TAL has a responsibility to do the right thing and is accountable for the way they conduct themselves. Our expectations are that you follow the principles set out in our Code of Conduct when you come to work every day. Risk management is everyone’s responsibility.

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