Staff Engineer

Staff Engineer : Full Stack Mobile (IOS/ Android)

• We're embarking on an engineering transformation with a key focus on team leadership and engineering excellence.
• You have knowledge that spans across development and operations, including coding, infrastructure management, system admin/engineering, and DevOps Toolchains.
• Together we will build tomorrow's bank today, using world-leading engineering, technology, and innovation.

Do work that matters :

CommBank is driving an engineering transformation, seeking innovative and versatile engineers to redefine customer expectations and shape Australia's future economy. Renowned for its cutting-edge IT platforms, agile infrastructure, and pioneering digital solutions, the bank excels in payments, internet banking, and mobile applications. The software team powers Australia's top banking app and develops technologies like Netbank, Cardless Cash, CommSec Pocket, and Spend Tracker. Their expertise spans web and mobile development as well as designing robust APIs at a remarkable national scale, offering opportunities to join a team at the forefront of industry innovation.

See yourself in our team:

The CBA technology unit is responsible for delivering industry-leading digital banking experiences to Commonwealth Bank customers. Its remit covers digital delivery, group data and analytics, technology infrastructure, cyber and physical security, fraud prevention, and business resilience for all divisions. The unit is also committed to enhancing workplace technology for over 53,000 employees, providing state-of-the-art tools and resources to empower staff and boost customer outcomes.

This role is part of the Group's Digital and Customer Crew within the CommSec Practice, which operates inside the wider Business Banking Technology division. CommSec, Australia's largest online retail stockbroker, supports a diverse investor base and utilises a wide range of technologies. The Staff Engineer – Chapter Lead will guide a high-performing team of Software Engineers, offering leadership, strategic consultation across products and features, and supporting key solutions within both the CommSec and broader CBA network.

• Lead and inspire a team of full stack engineers (mobile + backend), fostering a culture of engineering excellence and continuous learning.
• Champion best practices in mobile and backend development, including architecture, testing, CI/CD, and performance optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact features and improvements to the CommSec platform.
• Drive technical strategy and architectural decisions across mobile and backend systems, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and security.
• Mentor and coach engineers, helping them grow in their careers and contribute meaningfully to our mission.
• Promote a culture of innovation, inclusion, and psychological safety within the team.
• Partner with stakeholders across product, design, and operations to align on goals and deliver exceptional customer outcomes.

We work with a wide range of technologies. Experience with the following (or similar) will set you up for success:

Mobile Development

• iOS : Swift, SwiftUI, Combine, Xcode, XCTest, Fastlane
• Android : Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, Android Studio, Espresso, Gradle
• Modular app architecture, MVVM/MVI, clean architecture
• Deep understanding of mobile app lifecycle, performance tuning, and memory management
• App Store and Google Play deployment processes

Backend Development

• Languages : .NET Core (C#), Java
• Architecture : Microservices, RESTful APIs, GraphQL, event-driven systems
• Databases : SQL (e.g., PostgreSQL, SQL Server), NoSQL (e.g., DynamoDB, MongoDB)
• Cloud : AWS (preferred), Azure or GCP experience also valued
• Infrastructure as Code : Terraform, CloudFormation
• CI/CD : GitHub Actions, Octopus Deploy, Jenkins
• Testing : Unit, integration, contract, and E2E testing frameworks

Observability & SRE Practices

• Experience with Observe , Grafana , Prometheus , or similar observability platforms
• Strong understanding of SRE principles , including SLIs/SLOs , incident response , runbooks , and post-incident reviews
• Proficiency in monitoring , alerting , and performance tuning for both mobile and backend systems
• Ability to drive operational excellence and ensure high availability and reliability of mission-critical services

Working with us

Our people bring their diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives to build a respectful, inclusive, and flexible workplace with flexible work locations. We're looking for people who truly live our values: Care, Courage and Commitment and we'll offer you great opportunities to develop your career with us.

If you're ready to be part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation, teamwork, and security, apply now and help shape the future of fintech with us

If you're already part of the Commonwealth Bank Group (including Bankwest, x15ventures), 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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