Software Engineer - .NET & JavaScript

As a Software Engineer at CommBank, your main responsibilities will include contributing to product and feature designs, ensuring quality implementation and delivery of software solutions, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives. You’ll be involved in full-cycle development, from design to running applications, while also engaging collaboratively with the Home Hub squad to support customers on their home ownership journey.

The Software Engineer role at CommBank requires solid experience with C#, .NET Core, and JavaScript. Familiarity with scalable API development, cloud services like AWS and Azure, as well as proficiency in SQL and NoSQL databases are essential. Additionally, understanding full cycle engineering practices including test automation will help set you up for success in our innovative environment.

CommBank fosters a collaborative and inclusive work environment for Software Engineers. You'll find flexibility in how you work, with opportunities for remote work and various flexible arrangements. The culture emphasizes continuous learning, teamwork, and innovative thinking, making it an exciting place to advance your career while working on cutting-edge technology in banking.

At CommBank, we are deeply committed to the growth of our Software Engineers. Participation in regular engineering guilds provides ample opportunities for learning and professional development. We also encourage involvement in peer code reviews and continuous experimentation, ensuring you have a path to enhance your skills and advance your career in the banking technology space.

CommBank seeks Software Engineers who demonstrate a passion for building high-quality software solutions, strong collaboration skills, and an eagerness to embrace continuous improvement. Candidates should possess solid problem-solving abilities and be willing to think creatively to overcome complex technical challenges, aligning with our core values of Care, Courage, and Commitment.

When answering this question, focus on specific projects where you utilized C# and .NET Core. Discuss your role, the challenges you faced, and how you overcame them to produce effective software solutions. Demonstrating your understanding of the frameworks and how they contribute to scalable applications will showcase your competency.

To effectively answer this, outline your familiarity with each phase of full-cycle development, including requirements gathering, design, testing, deployment, and maintenance. Highlight your organizational skills and any tools you use for tracking progress and ensuring quality through each stage.

Discuss your methods for maintaining code quality like using automated testing frameworks, code reviews, and adhering to coding standards. Mentioning your experience with test automation for unit, integration, and end-to-end tests will strengthen your response.

Articulate the situation clearly, focusing on the problem’s specifics, your thought process, the solution you devised, and the tools you leveraged to implement your solution. Highlight how your critical thinking and analytical skills came into play.

Provide examples of past teamwork experiences where you facilitated discussions, shared knowledge, or resolved conflicts. Emphasize your ability to adapt communication styles based on team dynamics to ensure effective collaboration.

Name the relevant frameworks, languages, or tools you've used in recent projects. Discuss how these tools aided in achieving the project goals and your level of proficiency with each technology, including any relevant certifications.

In your answer, express your interest in CommBank’s commitment to innovation in banking technology and the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects. Reflect on the company’s values and how they align with your professional philosophy and career aspirations.

Explain your methods for continued learning, whether through online courses, webinars, tech meetups, or by reading industry publications. Mention how staying informed about technology trends enhances your contribution as a Software Engineer.

Detail your familiarity with agile practices, such as daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives. Share how participating in agile ceremonies has positively impacted your workflow and team productivity.

To respond effectively, describe your methods for prioritization, such as using project management tools, assessing project deadlines, and collaboration with team members to align on objectives while maintaining flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.