Software Engineering Manager

Software Engineering Manager

Location:

Gold Coast 

Work Type:

Contract

Industry:

Team Leaders & Management

Contact Name:

Luca Francis

Contact Phone:

07 3291 5407

Date Published:

23-Jun-2025

Are you a seasoned software leader with a passion for developing people, driving engineering excellence, and delivering high-quality digital solutions? We're seeking a Software Engineering Manager for a 12-month contract based on the Gold Coast.

In this key leadership role, you'll oversee a talented team of engineers and guide the delivery of modern, secure, and scalable applications. You’ll shape engineering practices, support architectural decisions, and ensure compliance in a high-regulation environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing team of engineers.
  • Oversee the full software development lifecycle, driving delivery excellence.
  • Champion secure coding practices and ensure alignment with standards (e.g. Essential 8, OWASP).
  • Lead solution design and architecture in line with best practices and government ICT standards.
  • Drive adoption of DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing practices.
  • Conduct code reviews and enforce coding standards.
  • Collaborate with product teams to define priorities and delivery timelines.
  • Prepare project estimates, resource plans and progress reporting.
  • Manage cloud costs and resource utilisation (AWS & Azure).
  • Promote and maintain workplace safety, security, and information governance.
About You:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent experience.
  • Proven experiance in software leadership roles with a strong understanding of SDLCs.
  • Proficiency in modern frameworks and languages: HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Next.js, SQL.
  • Experience working in regulated or high-compliance industries.
  • Strong people leadership, communication, and risk management skills.
  • Familiar with Agile delivery and various SDLC methodologies.
What’s on Offer:
  • High-impact leadership role on the Gold Coast
  • 12-month contract with real influence over engineering strategy and delivery
  • Work in a progressive, secure, and standards-driven environment
  • Opportunity to lead cloud and DevOps initiatives with a collaborative team

Apply now to discuss this exciting opportunity further or contact Luca Francis on 0466 450 368 | luca.francis@peoplebank.com.au
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