Software Developer

Build your career and Australia’s future.

Not many people can say they are working on building Australia’s future. With us you’ll be doing just that, leaving a legacy for all Australians. Plus, there’s equal employment, great training, and true flexible working arrangements.  

A fantastic opportunity has presented itself for a Software Developer reporting to Network Test Automation Manager

A bit about your role

As a Software Developer, you design, build, and operate software‑based test automation that helps verify and enhance complex network platforms and services. Working in partnership with test managers, delivery teams, and INES, you focus on developing reliable automation frameworks and regression capabilities that improve test coverage, efficiency, and confidence across large‑scale network environments.

You also contribute to the ongoing evolution of AI‑assisted test automation, supporting smarter test setup, execution, monitoring, and continuous improvement. Through collaboration, thoughtful analysis, and a strong focus on quality outcomes, you help deliver scalable, dependable, and future‑ready network testing solutions. Most of this work aligns closely with NBN network technologies, including FTTP, HFC, and Aggregation.

A bit about you

The ideal candidate is a software developer who enjoys building reliable test automation in complex environments, is confident with Python, automation frameworks, databases, and CI/CD, and collaborates well across software and network teams.

They bring curiosity, adaptability, and thoughtful problem‑solving, with interest in modern automation practices such as AI‑assisted testing. Experience with network technologies—especially Nokia products—is valuable. Strong communication, knowledge‑sharing, and teamwork skills support effective collaboration and continuous improvement

Life at nbn

To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There’s so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia’s best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We’re continuing to create Australia’s network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.

A more inclusive working world

nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. That's why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan, offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave, are a Pride in Diversity Platinum Employer, and have active employee-led diversity pillars. Click here to see our list of employee benefits and why we're recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women.

Equal Opportunities for All

We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to contact us by emailing [email protected] or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at +61 2 8918 9990. Please note, this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment, and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters, please visit our Contact Us page on our website.

Where to from here?

If you think this role might be for you, we want to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed.

Please note that this is a permanent opportunity and applications for this role will close at midnight, Sunday, 26th April 2026

To be eligible for this role, you must have full working rights in Australia.