Software Engineer

• Cutting-edge tech | Multiple Permanent Opportunity | CBD Location |
• Be part of a bold, game-changing team driving digital transformation in energy
• Melbourne based

Join a team that's All Kinds of Useful

At Origin, being useful is more than a tagline - it's how we approach work every day. As a collective, we're a team that thrives on finding better ways, working together, and owning our impact. From powering homes to delivering award-winning internet and helping to lead Australia's energy transition. If you're driven by purpose and excited to be part of something bigger, we'd love to have you on the journey.

About the role:

At Origin, we're not just keeping up with the energy transition – we're leading it. Join our Technology & Digital team at the forefront of building cutting-edge digital platforms that shape how millions of Australians interact with energy every day.

We're looking for exceptional Software Engineers – across frontend, backend and full stack – to help us 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 your opportunity to work on high-impact initiatives, influence engineering culture, and grow your skills alongside some of the best minds in the industry, all while contributing to a more sustainable future.

Roles & 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+ year Proven experience with React and modern frontend frameworks.
• Typescript proficiency and understanding of modern UI development patterns.
• Familiarity with front end 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 the above, with an 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.

So, why join us?

• Training and development – access to LinkedIn learning, a Learning Hub
• Leading parental support – 20 weeks paid leave for primary carers and "Pass the Baton" leave.
• Volunteer leave – paid volunteer leave, opportunities to give back through the Origin Foundation.
• Culture leave – additional paid leave days for our Indigenous employees to balance and meet cultural obligations.
• Discounted Origin products benefits for employees, including Electrical, Gas and Internet offers
• Competitive salary + annual performance bonus + performance based reviews
• Origin 360 Electric Vehicles (EV) employee subscription offers a fantastic range of EVs, with flexible month-to-month plans and no lock-in contract.
• Free and confidential counselling for employees and family members.
• A great high energy team, that encourages interesting, rewarding, and engaging work

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we're powered by people who believe in creating change.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse.

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

Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.

Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.