Software Engineering Jobs in Australia
There are 1,377 open Software Engineering jobs in Australia on freehire right now. 428 of them were posted recently. The skills employers ask for most often are cloud, api and ai.
Salary
| Currency | Period | 25th | Median | 75th | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUD | year | A$133,748 | A$157,501 | A$195,000 | 31 |
| USD | year | $113,450 | $140,650 | $167,500 | 30 |
From postings that disclose pay. Currencies are counted separately, never converted.
Most requested skills
- cloud 29%
- api 28%
- ai 25%
- python 20%
- ci-cd 20%
- aws 18%
- agile 17%
- java 16%
How the work is done
- Hybrid 233 · 17%
- Onsite 126 · 9%
- Remote 66 · 5%
Visa sponsorship offered in 43% of the 155 postings that state a position on it.
Seniority
- Senior 442
- Staff 98
- Principal 76
- Lead 50
- Intern 34
- Junior 23
Who is hiring
- 1000+ employees 216
- 501-1000 employees 99
- 51-200 employees 45
- 11-50 employees 23
- 201-500 employees 8
- 1-10 employees 2
Mainframe Software Developer
Develops and maintains enterprise-level mainframe software using ADABAS Natural, troubleshooting applications, optimizing systems, and collaborating with stakeholders to improve software efficiency and meet business needs.
Senior Salesforce Developer
Build and deliver Salesforce solutions for government and public-sector clients using Apex, LWC, and OmniStudio in a hybrid role based in Melbourne.
Junior Software Developer (.NET / C#)
A junior developer builds and maintains C#/.NET applications, writes SQL queries, and collaborates on feature development, defect resolution, and system integration in a mentored environment.
Software Engineer
A Game Programmer who implements game features in C++/Lua, collaborates with designers/artists, and ensures quality delivery for global game projects under Keywords Studio Australia.
Senior Software Engineer - AI Powered Engineering
Build AI-powered engineering platforms and agentic workflows to modernize software delivery at scale using React, TypeScript, .NET, and cloud-native architectures.
Principal Software Engineer
Leads engineering and platform enablement for Australia’s leading digital business bank, shaping cloud, automation, DevSecOps, and AI-driven engineering practices to improve developer experience and delivery outcomes across 75+ squads and 450 engineers.
Staff Software Engineer
Lead engineering initiatives that improve how hundreds of engineers build, deliver and operate software using cloud, AI-driven tools and modern delivery practices.
Software Engineer (Retail, AU, Hybrid)
The Software Engineer will focus on quality assurance by building and maintaining automated tests for UI and APIs, implementing test strategies, and performing database testing within a retail environment.
Software Engineer (All Levels)
Builds AI-driven data pipelines and tools for mineral exploration, embedding with geologists to solve ambiguous problems in geospatial data and field operations using Python, Django, React, and AWS.
Senior Python Developer
18-month fixed-term hybrid role in Sydney for a senior Python developer building and supporting OSS software focused on network automation, APIs, cloud, and infrastructure.
C# Developer
Builds scalable, secure C# applications for TechnologyOne’s enterprise SaaS ERP platform, focusing on integration, user experience, and mentorship while adhering to agile practices.
Software Development Engineer
Builds and maintains scalable, cloud-based backend services for GoDaddy’s domain registry infrastructure, with full-stack contributions (UI, cloud, databases) using Java, AWS, and modern DevOps tools.