Senior Software Engineer (Web)

Role summary

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The Senior Software Engineer (Web) is expected to design, build, test and maintain reliable web applications supporting ANZ’s digital banking services. Requirements typically include strong experience with modern web technologies, software engineering principles, APIs, automated testing, cloud platforms and agile delivery. The candidate should be comfortable working across the full development lifecycle, contributing to technical design, reviewing code and improving engineering standards. ANZ will expect clear communication, sound problem-solving skills, a customer-focused mindset and the ability to collaborate with product managers, designers, security specialists and other engineers. Experience in banking, high-volume systems, DevOps and secure application development would be advantageous.

About the employer

ANZ Bank is one of Australia’s major financial institutions, providing retail, commercial, institutional and wealth banking services across Australia, New Zealand and selected international markets. Founded in 1835, the bank serves millions of customers through branches, digital channels and specialist relationship teams. ANZ is investing heavily in technology and digital banking to make financial services simpler, safer and more accessible. Its technology workforce supports mobile and web banking, payments, data platforms, cybersecurity, cloud services and internal business systems. The company promotes agile ways of working and collaboration between engineers, product teams and business specialists. Melbourne is one of ANZ’s major corporate and technology hubs. Salaries and benefits vary by level, experience and team, with roles commonly including superannuation, flexible working arrangements and performance-based incentives.

Working in Australia

Australia offers strong opportunities for software engineers in banking, fintech, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data and digital products, particularly in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth. Workplace culture is generally collaborative, practical and relatively informal, with emphasis on inclusion, work-life balance and clear communication. Melbourne provides excellent restaurants, arts, sport, public transport and access to beaches and regional destinations, although housing and daily expenses can be high. Skilled professionals may qualify for employer-sponsored visas, including the Skills in Demand visa, or points-based skilled visas; eligibility depends on occupation, experience, English ability and assessment requirements. Employers may assist with sponsorship, but applicants should confirm current rules through Australia’s Department of Home Affairs. New arrivals should budget for rent, healthcare, transport and relocation costs, arrange tax and banking essentials, and check recognition requirements before moving.