“It begins at Bendigo Bank”

We’ve never been ‘just a bank’. Just like you should never be ‘just an employee’. We’re united in our belief that in banking, better can be bigger, and together we’re making it happen.

It starts here. With Bendigo Bank… and you.

About the opportunity

Core banking is where some of the hardest engineering problems in banking live. The systems that manage accounts, balances, and money movement underpin everything we do, and they cannot simply be turned off and rebuilt. Modernising them is like changing the engine of a moving car. Customers depend on these systems every minute of every day, so progress requires careful technical judgement, strong engineering leadership, and teams who genuinely enjoy solving complex problems.

As Head of Engineering – Core Banking Modernisation, you will lead the engineering teams responsible for evolving these platforms while they continue to reliably support customers and communities across Australia. If you are the kind of leader who enjoys building great engineering teams and tackling problems most organisations avoid, this role offers the chance to work on technology that truly matters.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading, coaching, and mentoring a talented group of Engineering Managers and senior technical staff to foster a high-performing and engaged workforce.
• Taking ownership of the technical health and performance of our core banking platforms and services, ensuring they are robust, secure, and fit for the future.
• Driving a culture of engineering excellence by championing best practices, improving delivery flow, and using metrics to guide continuous improvement.
• Collaborating with leaders in Product, Architecture, and Security to translate business strategy into actionable technology roadmaps.
• Fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment where learning, innovation, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do. 

What you’ll bring to the role

• Senior leadership experience in software engineering, platform delivery, or a related technology field.
• A strong technical background with deep expertise in software architecture, modern delivery practices, and platform design.
• Experience and knowledge of core banking systems, COBOL based systems as well as banking mainframe systems and complex environments.
• Familiarity with cloud-native architectures (e.g., AWS, GCP), DevOps principles, and modern engineering health metrics.
• Proven success in leading and developing high-performing engineering teams in a scaled, agile environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with a knack for influencing and building strong relationships.

So, why work with us?

• Want big impact that matters? Here, you’ll know your work directly benefits the customers and communities we all serve.
• Want to be more than just a number? Join a team that truly values you – and that gets more and more diverse every day.
• Want career opportunity AND flexibility? Achieve both here, where we know that balance and progression go hand in hand.

You’ll also get access to a great range of benefits, including:

• Looking for hybrid work, flexible hours, or a compressed week? Our flexible work options are designed to fit your lifestyle. We prioritise our people with a hybrid model that includes a minimum of two days per week in the office.
• Health and well-being support, including discounted gym memberships, private health insurance options, and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family members.
• Take your learning to the next level through opportunities like our corporate university ‘BEN U’ or at an external provider of your choice.

We’re making better, bigger. And we’ll get there with you

Could you be our newest team member? Now’s the time to set your sights even higher – on the future you and the future career you deserve.  Please note shortlisting and interviews may take place prior to the advertised close date, so don't delay apply now!

We believe a diverse workforce supported by an inclusive culture is central to our success and we actively encourage applications from those who bring diversity of thought to our business. We support candidate requests for adjustment to accommodate an illness, injury, or disability to equitably participate in the selection process.

Still in two minds?  

Research suggests 60% of women and underrepresented groups might stop here, even after getting as far as drafting an application. We believe that diversity makes every team stronger, so even if you don’t tick every box we still want to see your application!

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