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Senior Software Engineer

Australia Qantas Airways Limited Approximately AUD $140,000–$180,000 base salary per year, plus superannuation and possible incentives.*
Job Description

Qantas is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, build, test and support reliable digital products and services. The role typically requires strong experience in software development, modern programming languages, APIs, cloud platforms, databases, automated testing and continuous delivery. Candidates should be comfortable working across the full development lifecycle, contributing to technical design, reviewing code and resolving complex problems. Experience with agile delivery, DevOps practices and distributed systems is highly valued. The successful candidate is expected to communicate clearly, collaborate with product and engineering teams, mentor less experienced developers and maintain high standards for security, performance and customer experience. Experience in large-scale or regulated environments, such as aviation, would be advantageous.

Company Info

Qantas Airways Limited is Australia’s national airline and one of the country’s best-known aviation companies. Founded in 1920, the Qantas Group operates domestic and international passenger services, freight operations and related travel businesses through brands including Qantas and Jetstar. Its network connects Australian cities with destinations across Asia, North America, Europe, New Zealand and the Pacific. Qantas employs people across flight operations, engineering, airports, customer service, technology, corporate functions and commercial teams. The company’s technology workforce supports booking systems, mobile applications, loyalty products, operational platforms, data services and other systems that help run a complex global airline. Qantas promotes safety, customer service, innovation and inclusion, while offering opportunities to work on large-scale systems with a direct impact on millions of travellers.

Destination Guide

Australia is a large island country with strong employment opportunities in technology, aviation, finance, healthcare, construction and professional services. Major technology and corporate hubs include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide; Qantas roles may also be available in other operational locations. Australian workplace culture is generally practical, collaborative and relatively informal, with emphasis on reliability, inclusion and work-life balance. Lifestyle options range from lively coastal cities to quieter regional communities, with beaches, national parks and outdoor activities widely accessible. Skilled professionals commonly explore employer-sponsored visas, the Temporary Skill Shortage pathway, skilled independent or state-nominated visas, and employer-supported permanent residency, depending on occupation and eligibility. Relocating usually requires health insurance, tax and banking arrangements, suitable housing and recognition of qualifications where relevant. Costs, especially rent in Sydney and Melbourne, can be high, so candidates should compare salaries with local living expenses.

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