Senior Software Engineer - Core Platforms

Macquarie is looking to become Australia’s #1 Digital Bank, and we're looking for an exceptional Senior Software Engineers to contribute to the engineering and technical direction of our Payments and Core Banking Platforms. This is a great opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to deepen their craft, take ownership of critical platform components, and grow their influence within a high-performing team. We are a global financial services group operating in 30 markets with 57 years of unbroken profitability. At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that is fulfilling and creates value. You will bring your insights and expertise to the task at hand and feel supported as you make your own kind of impact for a better future. What role will you play? You will work on one or more core components of our Core Banking Platforms, contributing to reliability, performance, and operational excellence. Reporting to the Engineering Manager and working closely with the lead engineer, you will be an active voice in technical discussions and decision-making within the team, and a go-to resource for peers seeking technical guidance. You will bring a hands-on, high-output approach to delivering high-quality code, and will help elevate the technical proficiency of the team through knowledge sharing, mentorship, and rigorous code reviews. You will translate architectural guidance into solid technical designs and implementation plans, balancing ideal solutions with delivery timelines and business needs. What You Offer Consistently and quickly delivers high-quality, robust features and components.Deep, hands-on experience with Java and Spring Boot, with solid exposure to Google Cloud and NoSQL databases. Strong working knowledge of microservices and event-driven architecture, design patterns, and integration approaches. Proven experience in designing and delivering APIs for large-scale critical systems. A good understanding of security best practices for financial transactions and payments. Experience participating in and leading incident management, seeing incidents through to resolution. Active contributor to tech debt management and DevOps/reliability practices. Experience and understanding of using AI tools to enhance and improve the development process Ability to mentor and uplift other engineers through code reviews, coaching, and knowledge sharing. Clear communicator who can collaborate effectively with product managers, other engineering teams, and other stakeholders.Experience in core banking, payments or cards domain preferred but not essential We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply. What We Offer Benefits At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that’s rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on employment type, include: 1 wellbeing leave day per yearUp to 5 additional service bonus leave days per yearUp to 20 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of transition leave upon return to work, and 6 weeks’ paid leave for non-primary caregivers2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matchingUp to 12 months’ gender affirmation leave, including 6 weeks’ paid leaveAccess to Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing benefits including skin and health checks, and flu vaccinationsAccess to a wide range of salary packaging optionsAccess to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscriptionHybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on roleReimbursement for work from home equipment About Banking and Financial Services Banking and Financial Services is our technology-driven retail bank. You will be part of a team that supports clients to achieve their full potential - whether that’s buying a home, growing a business or investing to manage wealth. Inclusion at Macquarie We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all, where different experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected. Macquarie provides access to opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or any other characteristic or circumstance. We provide reasonable adjustments to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and employment. If you require an adjustment, please let us know during the application process.