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Lead Software Engineer


Company : Origin Energy


Location : Melbourne, Victoria


Created : 2025-07-07


Job Type : Full Time


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Join to apply for the Lead Software Engineer role at Origin EnergyJoin to apply for the Lead Software Engineer role at Origin EnergyGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Full time permanent positionCBD Location | Flexible work arrangementMelbourne basedJoin a team that''s All Kinds of UsefulAt Origin, being useful is more than a tagline - its how we approach work every day. As a collective, were a team that thrives on finding better ways, working together, and owning our impact. From powering homes to delivering award-winning internet and helping to lead Australias energy transition. If youre driven by purpose and excited to be part of something bigger, wed love to have you on the journey.About the role:As a Lead Software Engineer, you''ll drive the design and delivery of key digital capabilities across platforms like MyAccount, the Mobile App, Metering, and Customer Identity.You''ll lead a development team, collaborate with stakeholders and partners, and ensure solutions align with business goals and technical standards.Roles & ResponsibilitiesOversee and guide software analysis, design, and development activities, ensuring alignment with business goals and technical strategy.Establish and enforce best practices for Quality Assurance, test automation, and test-driven development across teams.Architect and optimize CI/CD pipelines, ensuring seamless integration and deployment of applications.Lead collaboration to define and prioritize requirements and acceptance criteria for complex user stories.Facilitate and drive Agile ceremonies to ensure team alignment, efficiency, and effective delivery of objectives.Serve as a thought leader on tools, processes, and technologies, driving innovation and influencing cross-functional Guilds.Strategically manage test environments and test data, ensuring scalability and reliability for enterprise applications.Lead mentoring and coaching efforts, building a high-performing team and promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement.Skills & RequirementsProven leadership experience within a software engineering team.Extensive and demonstrable expertise with Java & JavaScript languages, including Spring Boot, React, and related frameworks.Proven ability to architect and deliver complex Restful or GraphQL APIs and automation for UI and API testing.In-depth understanding of event-driven systems using tools such as SQS, RabbitMQ, or Kafka.Comprehensive knowledge of database architecture, optimization, and SQL, with experience scaling database solutions.Mastery in designing and managing CI/CD pipelines and deploying scalable applications on AWS.Proficient in Git version control and leading GitHub-based collaboration at scale.Strong leadership in Agile development, lean methodologies, and driving user-centric designs with HCD.Exceptional communication, decision-making, and the ability to navigate and guide teams through uncertainty.So, why join us?20 weeks of paid leave for primary carers with flexible return options.Thrive in a culture of personal and professional growth.Enjoy a central CBD location with access to parking and public transport.Purchase up to four additional weeks of leave annually.Engage in opportunities through the Origin Foundation to support your community.Powering your career with unbeatable perks - Get discounted electricity, gas, and internet as an Origin employee.Explore unique and cost-effective employee EV Car subscriptions.Origin - Where good change happensAt Origin, were powered by people who believe in creating change.We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse.Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, wed love to hear from you.Here''s a little about us: checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.Function: IT ApplicationsSeniority levelSeniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionEngineering and Information TechnologyIndustriesMining and Oil and GasReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Origin Energy by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Lead Software Engineer roles.Principal Software Engineer - Flight Data ProcessingMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoSenior Frontend Engineer - Help Content and Findability (open to remote across ANZ)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoSenior Frontend Engineer - Content Permissions & Sharing (open to remote across ANZ)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoSenior Frontend Engineer, Procurement SuiteMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoHawthorn, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoPrincipal Engineer Network Modelling and EngineeringSenior Back End Software Development EngineerMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$130,000.00-A$180,000.00 3 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoSenior Front End Software Development EngineerMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$130,000.00-A$180,000.00 1 month agoSenior Back End Software Development EngineerCarlton, Victoria, Australia 2 months agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoRichmond, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoSenior Software Engineer (Typescript/React/Node/AWS)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoSenior Frontend Software Engineer - Core Pages Platform (Open Across ANZ)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoPrincipal Software Engineer - Full CycleMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$135,000.00-A$162,000.00 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoExpression of Interest: Senior Software EngineerCremorne, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$150,000.00-A$180,000.00 1 day agoPrincipal Software Engineer- Azure Core StorageMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 6 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoSenior Embedded Software (Middleware) EngineerScoresby, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoLead Consultant/Tech Lead-Full Stack Java DeveloperMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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