Staff Platform Engineer

Staff Platform Engineer (Data & Platform Engineering) Design and build enterprise-scale cloud data platforms powering critical banking servicesJoin a high-performing engineering team modernising data capabilities across analytics, fraud and customer insightsWork with leading technologies including Snowflake, AWS, Kubernetes and AI-assisted engineering practices Do work that matters: As a Staff Platform Engineer, you'll play a key role in building and evolving data platforms that support some of the bank's most critical capabilities, including analytics, fraud detection, customer insights and regulatory reporting. Working within the Data Hosting Platform Engineering team, you'll combine deep technical expertise with engineering leadership to drive platform modernisation, improve reliability and help shape the future of enterprise data capabilities. You will: Design and deliver enterprise-grade data platform solutionsBuild and optimise high-volume batch and streaming data pipelinesDevelop cloud-native solutions using Snowflake, AWS and modern engineering practicesDrive automation, reliability and operational excellenceImprove engineering standards and reusable platform capabilitiesSupport secure data integration and API-based servicesMentor engineers and provide technical leadership across teamsChampion continuous improvement and engineering excellence See yourself in our team: You will join the Data Hosting Platform Engineering team, building secure, scalable and highly available data platforms that support the future of banking. We're interested in hearing from people who: Have extensive experience building enterprise data and platform solutionsBring strong expertise in Snowflake, ETL/ELT development, data integration and data modellingHave advanced software engineering skills across Python, Java and SQL technologiesUnderstand cloud-native engineering practices and platform design within AWS environmentsHave experience working with large-scale database technologies including Oracle, PostgreSQL and SnowflakeDemonstrate an automation-first mindset and passion for engineering excellenceHave experience applying DevSecOps, data governance and secure engineering practicesEnjoy mentoring engineers and influencing technical direction across teams Technical Expertise Data Engineering SnowflakeEnterprise data integrationETL/ELT developmentData modelling Programming & Development Python (preferred)JavaUnix/Linux Shell scriptingREST APIsAdvanced SQLPL/SQL Cloud & Platform Engineering AWSDockerKubernetesGitHubJenkins / GitHub Actions Data Platforms OraclePostgreSQLSnowflakePerformance tuningDatabase optimisation Quality Engineering Data validationETL testingSIT/UATAutomationProduction supportRoot Cause Analysis Security & DevSecOps Secure data engineeringData governanceEncryptionDevSecOpsObservability (Splunk) Ways of Working: Build reusable engineering frameworksPlatform ownershipContinuous improvementEngineering automationMentoring and capability upliftAI-assisted engineering using GitHub Copilot Working with us At CommBank, we're committed to creating an accessible, inclusive and respectful workplace. If you require support or adjustments, please let us know. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and we're particularly committed to making a positive difference for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For support please contact 1800 989 696. If this sounds like you, apply now and help engineer the future of banking through modern data and platform capabilities. If you're already part of the Commonwealth Bank Group (including Bankwest, x15ventures), you'll need to apply through Sidekick to submit a valid application. We’re keen to support you with the next step in your career. We're aware of some accessibility issues on this site, particularly for screen reader users. We want to make finding your dream job as easy as possible, so if you require additional support please contact HR Direct on 1800 989 696. Advertising End Date: 14/09/2026