This senior technology leadership role is responsible for the Software and Quality Engineering chapter at Qantas. Requirements typically include substantial experience leading software engineering and quality assurance teams, strong knowledge of modern development practices, testing, automation, cloud platforms, architecture and agile delivery. The successful candidate will be expected to build engineering capability, establish consistent standards, improve software quality, support career development and work closely with product, delivery and business leaders. Strong communication, strategic thinking, stakeholder management and the ability to influence across a large organisation are essential. Experience in a complex, regulated or customer-facing environment, particularly aviation, travel, transport or financial services, would be valuable.
Qantas Airways Limited is Australia’s national airline and one of the country’s best-known travel brands. Founded in 1920, the Qantas Group operates domestic and international passenger services through Qantas and Jetstar, along with freight, loyalty and other aviation-related businesses. Its operations span aircraft, airports, engineering, digital products, customer service and corporate functions, employing thousands of people across Australia and overseas. Qantas places strong emphasis on safety, operational reliability, customer experience and innovation. Technology plays an important role in its transformation, supporting booking systems, loyalty platforms, mobile services, operations and data-driven decision-making. The company offers opportunities in a wide range of professional, technical and operational fields, with major employment centres including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and other Australian locations.
Australia offers opportunities in technology, aviation, engineering, healthcare, construction, education, mining, finance and hospitality. Its workplace culture is generally practical, collaborative and relatively informal, with attention to safety, inclusion and work-life balance. Lifestyle varies widely: major cities provide strong public transport, restaurants and cultural activities, while coastal and regional areas offer beaches, outdoor recreation and a slower pace. Living costs are high in Sydney and Melbourne, especially for housing. Skilled professionals may explore employer-sponsored visas, the Skilled Independent visa, state-nominated pathways or the Global Talent program, depending on occupation and eligibility. Applicants should check current requirements with Australia’s Department of Home Affairs. Relocation normally involves arranging visa approval, tax registration, healthcare access, accommodation and banking. Australia is geographically large, so commuting and travel between cities can require significant planning.
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