Software Engineer

• 12 month, fixed term contract
• Flexible working arrangement including remote from other states

The Role This role can be based in a range of ABC locations, working remotely with colleagues across Australia. The ABC is looking for a Mid-Level Software Engineer to contribute to the design, development, maintenance, and support of the ABC’s Digital Marketing software platforms in line with the Product & Technology Divisions objectives. The Job

• Develop and maintain ABC’s digital marketing data platforms, focusing on CRM, personalisation, and segmentation strategy.
• Work with technical teams to design and build reusable integrations for personalisation and re‑engagement across digital properties.
• Build API integrations with vendor tools and ABC cloud platforms to support personalised, engaging audience experiences.
• Design and develop marketing journeys using internal and third‑party tools to provide relevant, tailored content.
• Collaborate with Digital Marketing and Product teams to support and shape the Marketing Technology strategy.
• Help maintain a trusted, privacy‑focused platform by aligning with industry best practice and regulatory standards.
• Maintain strong awareness of existing systems and support APIs built on a modern TypeScript, Go, and AWS stack.
• Develop solutions within the ABC engagement platforms and integrate them to enable broader personalisation.

Job Description: 50061712 SOFTWARE ENGINEER BACKFILL.pdfAbout You

• Substantial experience developing in modern JavaScript/TypeScript and Go within a cloud-based environment, including integrating with third‑party platforms and APIs.
• Understanding of digital marketing tools and strategies, with experience in Customer Data Platforms (e.g. Campaign Monitor, Braze, Salesforce Marketing Cloud) desirable.
• Strong technical capability in SQL, relational databases, and modern development practices such as frameworks, automated testing, and version control.
• Proven ability to contribute within a development team, building effective, collaborative working relationships and providing technical input.
• Understanding of event-driven architecture, privacy, and security principles is an advantage.
• Strong communication, organisational, and prioritisation skills, with the ability to deliver high-quality outcomes under tight deadlines.
• A commitment to the ABC’s Values – Aim High, Think Differently, Take Ownership, Deliver Together – and to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and diverse workplace.

About ABC Product & Technology The Product & Technology (P&T) division is responsible for delivering the technology and services that enable the ABC to fulfil its creative, strategic and business goals. The scope of activities and responsibilities of the P&T division range from keeping ABC programs and services on-air and on-line, to delivering on key projects, as well as assisting in setting the technology strategy and architecture for the ABC. More Info In line with our focus on diversity, applications are strongly encouraged from Indigenous Australians, people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce. If you want to know more, please contact Brett Whyte, Recruitment and Projects Specialist - Enabling Divisions, via whyte.brett@abc.net.au To request recruitment and selection information in alternate formats, request adjustments, or if you have accessibility requirements please contact accessibility@abc.net.au We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.