Software Engineer

Overview

Origin is leading the energy transition with a focus on building cutting-edge digital platforms that shape how millions of Australians interact with energy. We're looking for exceptional Software Engineers across frontend, backend and full stack to help design intelligent, scalable systems powered by AWS, React, Kotlin, and Typescript. You'll work on modern architecture (event-driven, API first) with a strong focus on DevOps, automation and performance. This is an opportunity to work on high-impact initiatives, influence engineering culture, and grow your skills alongside leading minds while contributing to a more sustainable future.

Responsibilities

- Perform software analysis, design, and development of features for digital platforms, ensuring adherence to best practices.
- Develop and maintain test automation frameworks and adopt test-driven development practices.
- Build and enhance CI/CD pipelines for seamless integration and deployment of software.
- Collaborate with Origin and Octo teams to refine requirements and acceptance criteria for user stories.
- Take an active role in Agile ceremonies, contributing ideas and insights to improve team delivery.
- Share knowledge of tools, processes, and technologies within Guilds and team discussions.
- Configure and manage test environments and ensure accurate test data is maintained.
- Provide informal mentoring to junior team members and contribute to their skill development.

Skills and Requirements

(not all required – we welcome specialists)

Front End

- 5+ years proven experience with React and modern frontend frameworks.
- Typescript proficiency and understanding of modern UI development patterns.
- Familiarity with frontend testing tools.

Back End

- 5+ years proven experience with Java, Kotlin, NodeJS and frameworks like Spring Boot.
- Experience building scalable APIs (Rest or GraphQL).
- Knowledge of event-driven systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, SQS) and database management (SQL, NoSQL).

Full stack

- Solid blend of frontend and backend capabilities with the ability to work across layers and integrate systems.

General

- Experience deploying to cloud platforms on AWS.
- Proficient in using Git and GitHub for version control and collaborative development.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills, with the ability to work autonomously and handle ambiguity.

Why join us?

- Training and development – access to LinkedIn Learning and a Learning Hub.
- Parental and "Pass the Baton" leave; volunteer leave and culture leave for Indigenous employees.
- Discounted Origin products and benefits, including Electrical, Gas and Internet offers.
- Competitive salary plus annual performance bonus and reviews.
- Origin 360 Electric Vehicles (EV) employee subscription with flexible month-to-month plans.
- Free and confidential counselling for employees and family members.
- A high-energy team that encourages engaging and rewarding work.

Origin – Where good change happens

Origin is powered by people who believe in creating change. We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender-equitable workforce. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse people, LGBTQ+ communities, and others are welcome and evaluated on merit and potential.

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you have transferable skills and an appetite to learn, we'd love to hear from you.

Origin – Learn more: https://www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/

Background checks may be required during recruitment and employment, including police checks, medical assessment, and/or drug and alcohol testing. Unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted. Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as Traditional Custodians of the country and pays respects to Elders past, present and future.

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