Software Engineer - Networks

11 Minutes ago • 3-8 Years

Network Engineering

Job Description

Join Telstra’s mission to build Australia’s leading autonomous network. As a Software Engineer within Networks, you’ll be at the forefront of transforming our infrastructure into a programmable, AI-driven platform. We’re looking for a strong Software Engineer, ideally with experience in Networks, or with a keen interest in growing your tech skills in this area, along with Software Engineering, noting this is not a Networks Infrastructure position. You’ll design, develop, and deploy software solutions that expose network capabilities via APIs, automate operations, and support strategic initiatives like Network-as-a-Product, Telstra Autonomous Networks, and Connected Future 30.

Good To Have:

Familiarity with telecom protocols and network automation tools (e.g., Ansible).
Understanding of cloud-native architectures and DevSecOps practices.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in agile, mission-driven teams.

Must Have:

Develop and maintain software applications that interface with Telstra’s network platforms.
Build and expose APIs for network capabilities and datasets, enabling real-time programmability and automation.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver full-stack solutions, including frontend, backend, and database components.
Participate in agile ceremonies, pair programming, and design discussions to ensure high-quality delivery.
Support platform migrations (e.g., VMWare Pivotal Cloud Foundary to RedHat OpenShift), ensuring portability and vendor independence.
Based in Australia with full working rights.
Experience in Python, React, and API frameworks.
Around 3-8 years of experience in a mid-level role.
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git/GitLab, and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes).

Perks:

Performance-related pay
Access to thousands of learning programs so you can level-up
Truly flexible working
Purchased annual leave scheme
Additional Telstra day off
Additional 30% off Telstra products and services
Toolkit provided (laptop + mobile phone + plan paid for)

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As a Software Engineer within Networks, you’ll get to work on cutting-edge technologies in a high-impact, future-focused domain, as well as having access to tailored learning pathways and career progression opportunities.

Day to day, you’ll collaborate with passionate engineers and leaders driving innovation across Australia’s digital infrastructure.

What we offer

Performance-related pay
Access to thousands of learning programs so you can level-up
Truly flexible working
Purchased annual leave scheme
Additional Telstra day off
Additional 30% off Telstra products and services
Toolkit provided (laptop + mobile phone + plan paid for)

What you’ll do

Develop and maintain software applications that interface with Telstra’s network platforms, including Network Slicing POV (Proof-of-Value) Engine, Telstra Dedicated Networks Portal, Network API development aligned to CAMARA & Aduna, and upcoming new developments involving intelligence for autonomous networks.
Build and expose APIs for network capabilities and datasets, enabling real-time programmability and automation.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver full-stack solutions, including frontend, backend, and database components.
Participate in agile ceremonies, pair programming, and design discussions to ensure high-quality delivery.
Support platform migrations (e.g., VMWare Pivotal Cloud Foundary to RedHat OpenShift), ensuring portability and vendor independence.

About you

Based in Australia with full working rights
Experience in Python, React, and API frameworks
Around 3-8 years of experience is the sweet spot, as this is a mid-level role
You'll ideally have a combination of Software and Network engineering experience, but software is the priority
Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git/GitLab, and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes)

Bonus points for

Familiarity with telecom protocols and network automation tools (e.g., Ansible).
Understanding of cloud-native architectures and DevSecOps practices.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in agile, mission-driven teams.

Please remember to attach an up-to-date CV with your application, to be considered

We recognise it's rare to meet every requirement, so if you’re excited about this opportunity but don’t match every criteria, we strongly encourage you to apply.

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