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Build your career and Australia’s future.
Not many people can say they are working on building Australia’s future. With us, you’ll be doing just that—leaving a legacy for all Australians. Plus, there’s equal employment, great training, and true flexible working arrangements.
A bit about your role
An exciting opportunity has opened to join nbn as a Senior Development Engineer in the Data Interchange DevSecOps team, reporting to the DSO Manager. This technical role primarily focuses on Application DBA solutions, elevating the software delivery cycle and undertaking software release management. You’ll be part of a collaborative and agile team of 5–6 engineers within the Customer and Products Pillar of SEO, responsible for delivering and supporting IT changes across in-house applications. This role focuses on designing, maintaining, and implementing database solutions both On-Prem and in AWS, while embracing Scaled Agile and DevSecOps practices.
You’ll work across the entire application suite, using industry-leading tools and methods to ensure fast, reliable, and secure application evolution. You’ll also play a key role in mentoring new team members, governing the quality of software vendors and contributing to a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
A bit about you
If this sounds like the role for you, you’re likely someone who brings proven experience as an Application DBA, with strong capabilities in database design and management across both On-Prem and AWS environments. You have a solid grasp of Agile methodologies and DevSecOps practices, and you communicate and collaborate effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders. You’re passionate about mentoring and guiding others, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth. Additionally, you have experience in release planning, governance, and maintaining comprehensive system documentation.
Life at nbn
To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There’s so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia’s best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We’re continuing to create Australia’s network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.
A more inclusive working world
nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. That's why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan, offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave, are a Pride in Diversity Gold Employer for three years running, and have active employee-led diversity pillars. Click here to see our list of employee benefits and why we're recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women.
We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to contact us by emailing recruitment@nbnco.com.au or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at +61 2 8918 9990. Please note, this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment, and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters, please visit our Contact Us page on our website.
Where to from here?
If you think this role might be for you, we want to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed.
Please note that this role is a permanent opportunity. Applications for this role will close at midnight on 13th of July 2025.
