Transformative AI Engineering Leader

Job Description

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  ">We are seeking a seasoned Principal Software Engineer to join our team and play a key role in shaping the future of banking through the power of AI. As a member of our engineering community, you will have the opportunity to work with emerging technologies, collaborate with top engineers and AI experts, and drive innovation that transforms customer experiences.

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  ">Our ideal candidate is a highly skilled software engineer with expertise in AI/ML and Gen AI applications, experience building RAGs using LlamaIndex, LangChain, or similar frameworks, and proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, TypeScript, or C#.

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  ">In this role, you will be responsible for translating requirements into solid engineering deliverables, delegating work to squad members, rapidly experimenting with emerging AI assisted engineering tools, and partnering effectively with engineering squads across the Group to support real-world testing and analysis.

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">Required Skills and Qualifications

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  ">Proven track record of leading and delivering large-scale, complex engineering initiatives

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  ">Expertise in AI/ML and Gen AI applications and how they can enhance software engineering processes to improve productivity

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  ">Experience building RAGs using LlamaIndex, LangChain, or similar frameworks

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  ">Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, TypeScript or C#) and experience developing microservices architecture on cloud platforms (AWS & Azure)

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  ">Keen interest in researching new AI tooling and daily user of AI coding assistants such as Cursor, Continue, GitHub CoPilot, Aider, Cline, etc

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  ">Knowledge of or experience in Anthropic Claude, Llama, LiteLLM, Cursor, windsurf / Codeium, VO Vercel, Continue, Aider, Cline, Langchain, Langgraph, Hugging Face will be highly desirable

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  ">Exceptional strategic thinking and ability to define long-term technical direction for teams and organisations

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  ">Strong mentoring and leadership skills, with a passion for upskilling engineers and fostering a culture of innovation

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  ">Demonstrated ability to evaluate emerging AI tools and integrate them into engineering workflows

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  ">Proficiency in agile development methodologies and iterative experimentation from ideation to prototype to pilot to product

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">Benefits

">Whether you're passionate about customer service, driven by data, or called by creativity, a career here is for you. At CommBank, we advocate and facilitate a culture of inclusion and respect, celebrating all cultures, abilities, genders, expressions of gender and sexual orientation. Read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity on our careers website.

">Our people bring their diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives to build a respectful, inclusive and flexible workplace.We are working hard to recruit people who represent the diversity of our customers and our society. If you're excited about this opportunity but you don't meet every single requirement, or your experience doesn't align perfectly, we still want to encourage you to send in your application. You may just be the perfect candidate for this opportunity or another within CommBank.

">At CommBank we will inspire you with work that makes a difference, surround you with talented people that respect and value each other, and empower you to grow professionally and personally. Most of all, makinga positive impact for customers, communities and each other is part of our every day.

">We're determined to make a real difference for Australia's first peoples. We encourage all interested applicants to apply. If you're already part of the Commonwealth Bank Group (including BankWest), 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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