Senior Software Engineer

Role summary

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Qantas is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, build, test and support reliable software that contributes to its digital products and airline operations. The role typically requires strong commercial software development experience, proficiency in relevant programming languages and frameworks, knowledge of APIs, databases, cloud platforms, testing and modern engineering practices. Candidates should be comfortable working in agile, cross-functional teams and communicating with product managers, designers and business stakeholders. The successful applicant is expected to take ownership of technical delivery, contribute to architecture and code quality, mentor less-experienced engineers, troubleshoot production issues and support continuous improvement. Experience in aviation, large-scale systems, DevOps or highly available customer-facing platforms would be advantageous.

About the employer

Qantas Airways Limited is Australia’s national airline and one of the world’s longest-established airlines. Founded in 1920, the Qantas Group operates domestic and international passenger services, freight operations and related aviation businesses through brands including Qantas and Jetstar. Its network connects Australian cities and regional communities with destinations across the world. The company employs people across flight operations, airport services, engineering, customer experience, technology, corporate functions and commercial teams. Qantas is investing in fleet renewal, digital services, operational resilience and improvements to the customer journey. Technology employees support major systems covering bookings, loyalty, payments, mobile applications, aircraft operations and internal business processes. The company’s headquarters are in Sydney, with substantial operations and employment opportunities in other Australian cities.

Working in Australia

Australia offers strong opportunities in software engineering, aviation, healthcare, finance, construction, education and renewable energy, especially in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide. Workplace culture is generally practical, informal and collaborative, with emphasis on safety, inclusion and work-life balance. Lifestyle varies from busy city living to relaxed coastal or regional communities, with beaches, national parks, sport and outdoor activities widely accessible. Housing and transport costs can be high in major cities, while regional areas may offer more space and lower rent. Skilled professionals usually need an appropriate visa, such as employer sponsorship, a skilled migration visa or a temporary graduate visa; requirements depend on occupation, points, age, qualifications and English ability. Prospective migrants should check current rules with Australia’s Department of Home Affairs. Relocation planning should include accommodation, healthcare, tax, banking and superannuation arrangements.