Senior Engineer (12 Months FTC)

Brighter Futures Start Here

At Kmart it’s not just what you do, it’s who you are that makes every day living brighter.

You’ll be joining a diverse team who come together to collaborate globally around tech. With six purchases made every second, you’ll feel the impacts of the work you’ll do for our millions of customers every day.

We’re focusing on being a customer-led, digitally enabled retailer. Our teams are working with really cool tech from AI/machine learning, IoT, cloud first solutions, to 3D virtual reality product checks and human sized robots named Tory. Join our team, choose your own path and work on projects that excite you.

We’re excited to share that our team will be moving to our new Chadstone office in early 2026!
This will be a space that brings us together — inspiring creativity, collaboration, and connection as we embark on this exciting new chapter.

Join our team

Kmart Australia’s Merchandise and Supply Chain technology group is responsible for bringing products that delight our customers from across the globe into our stores throughout Australia and New Zealand.  

We are creating the next generation of retail supply chain technology with be a focus across our warehouse management, transport/logistics, inventory optimisation, and demand and forecasting systems.

As a Senior Full Stack Engineer, you will take ownership of technical design and implementation for our online store. This role demands strong problem-solving skills, technical expertise, and leadership abilities. You’ll be part of a collaborative team, mentoring junior developers and fostering a culture of excellence.  This role will be offered on an initial 12-month, fixed term basis.

What you’ll be doing 

• Develop high-quality software applications using Java Spring Boot and Docker.
• Implement testing and security validation practices to ensure the integrity of applications.
• Automate the delivery of cloud infrastructure and applications using tools such as Terraform and GitHub Actions.
• Work with AWS and related cloud technologies to optimize deployment and performance.
• Design and implement solutions using event-driven architecture with Kafka.
• Collaborate effectively within a team using Agile delivery principles and tools like Jira & Confluence.
• Utilise CI/CD practices and automation to streamline the development process.
• Participate in code reviews, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

To be successful in this role you’ll have:

• Extensive knowledge and demonstrated experience in Full-Stack Java software development using Spring Boot.
• Working knowledge of AWS Cloud Technologies (ECS or EKS, EC2, RDS, CloudFormation)
• Exposure to CI/CD tools – GitHub actions, Jenkins, Buildkite etc is preferred
• Exposure to GraphQL is highly advantageous
• Preferred exposure to containerisation using Docker.
• Proven experience in Agile environments, utilizing SCRUM and/or KANBAN delivery techniques.
• Experience working in retail, supply chain, or logistics verticals is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD and automation practices.

Perks and benefits we’ll offer you:

• Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy, spending 60% of your week in our National Office
• We’ll provide multiple ways for you to learn from online micro-credentialing in Udemy, support to gain certifications to tech community events and more.
• Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group.
• We offer inclusive leave and ongoing support for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances.
• Free onsite parking when you’re required to come into the office.
• We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why everyone gets the opportunity to participate in a bonus program.
• A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart, Target, Bunnings, and Officeworks.
• A free OnePass membership offering free delivery across Kmart & Target on eligible products.
• Access to the Kmart for You benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health – with over 60 suppliers!
• Reflection room, space for prayer, meditation, or time for yourself.
• Wesfarmers is Kmart’s parent company and each year eligible employees can elect to purchase shares through a salary sacrifice arrangement.

A place you can belong

We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate. We are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected and safe, and strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and welcoming, with applications encouraged from all candidates.

We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments that you would like, by emailing kmartgroupcareers@kmart.com.au

Excited about this role, but not sure if you meet 100% of the criteria? We would still love to hear from you and encourage you to apply.

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