Graduate Full Stack Software Engineer

Job description - Graduate Software Engineer (Full Stack) We believe in the power of AI technology to transform ESG compliance and sustainability reporting. We're looking for game-changers who share our vision of empowering sustainability teams to focus on real decarbonization impact rather than drowning in compliance paperwork. If you want to launch your career at a venture-backed, purpose-driven AI startup that's making ESG reporting 10x faster and more efficient, we'd love to hear from you. The Role We are looking for an exceptional Graduate Software Engineer (0-2 years of experience) to fuel our growth. The successful candidate will report to the CEO and work closely with the leadership team. This role is ideal for a recent graduate with outstanding academic results who wants to build production software the AI-native way from day one. Responsibilities Design, implement and maintain features across our Vue.js frontend and Node.js backendBuild and optimize data pipelines that connect to enterprise data sources (SharePoint, OneDrive, Google Drive)Develop RESTful APIs to support our AI agents (SUSAN and custom workflows)Integrate LLM capabilities into the platform, working with AI coding tools and prompt engineering as a core part of your daily workflowOwn QA and testing: write automated tests, run structured UAT, maintain release checklists, and hold the quality bar for everything we shipWork on our SOC 2 compliant infrastructure ensuring bank-grade security What We're Looking For 0-2 years of professional experience (recent graduates strongly encouraged to apply)Exceptional academic record in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related disciplineStrong backend fundamentals: APIs, databases, data pipelines, and Node.js (or the ability to pick it up fast)Good taste in frontend: you care about how a product looks and feels, ideally with Vue.js or modern JavaScript framework exposureAI-native mindset: you already use AI tools to write, review, and test code, and you want to get better at itMeticulous attention to detail: thorough testing, careful QA, and pride in shipping work that doesn't breakExposure to AWS or cloud development (Lambda, API Gateway, CI/CD pipelines) is a plusExcellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex AI concepts simplyProactive ownership of features from conception to deploymentUnderstanding of ESG/sustainability reporting or willingness to learn quicklyFull Australian working rights (post-study work visa holders are welcome to apply)This is a full time role based in our Fortitude Valley office with 1 day per week work from home (fully remote workers and recruitment consultancies need not apply) Benefits Grow your career in a dynamic AI-first workplace with significant personal responsibility from day oneStrong graduate remuneration with equity options in a fast-growing, venture-backed climate tech startupWork directly with cutting-edge AI technology and LLMs, mentored by the founding teamGreat office in Fortitude Valley in the startup hub of Brisbane (Precinct)Budget for career development and AI/ML trainingBe part of a mission-driven team making real environmental impact About ESGAgent.ai We're building SUSAN, an AI-powered Sustainability Analyst that automates ESG compliance and reporting for Australian heavy industry. We're a venture-backed startup, having recently closed a seed round led by DNX Ventures, and supported by Advance Queensland, AWS, and strategic partners. We're on a mission to save sustainability teams thousands of hours so they can focus on actual decarbonization initiatives.