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About this role As the Software Developer, you will design, build and support innovative applications. Collaborating across teams, from product managers to UX Designers and architects, to deliver high-quality, secure and scalable solutions that align with our strategic goals. You’ll be responsible for delivering well-structured, maintainable, and efficient software assets, while embedding quality checks throughout the software development lifecycle. You will also play an active role in innovating and enhancing testing and quality practices to drive continuous improvement and help support our existing applications that serve our internal customers and members. About you The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of experience and a passion for building modern, scalable solutions that deliver real impact. You’ll bring hands-on commercial experience with contemporary languages such as JavaScript/TypeScript, C#, Java, or Ruby, and demonstrate confidence in designing and delivering solutions across diverse environments. With a strong background in web frameworks like React with NextJS or Ruby on Rails, you know how to create intuitive, high-performing user experiences. You’ll also have a solid foundation in data management, with proven expertise in relational databases such as PostgreSQL or SQL Server, as well as hands-on exposure to NoSQL technologies like DynamoDB. Furthermore, we’re looking for: Architectural mindset, applying core software engineering principles to design scalable, reliable, and future-ready solutions Strong problem solver who goes beyond coding to deliver efficient, well-structured outcomes Understanding of modern web applications Advocate for good software engineering practices such as automated acceptance testing, continuous integration and continuous delivery Experience developing Cloud-native apps in AWS or Azure (preferred) Experience building containerised applications with Docker (preferred) Experience with automated testing and mocking frameworks (preferred) Exposure to Scrum or other Agile development methodology (preferred) We know some people only apply when they meet every requirement. We’re always on the lookout for curious individuals who will add to the culture – so if this role resonates with you and you have relevant experience, we’d love to hear from you! Who we are nib is a leader in private health insurance, disability support and health services, reshaping the industry through bold innovation, strategic disruption and trusted partnerships. We deliver great value health insurance and support services to protect, connect and empower you to access healthcare when and where you need. We have a mission and vision of people enjoying better health. Through our success, we aspire to more prosperous and sustainable communities, helping members and travellers make more informed healthcare decisions and generally live healthier lives. Diversity, equity and inclusion We embrace a flexible working environment and welcome candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We're committed to an environment where everyone has the autonomy and freedom to be their authentic selves, every day. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, veterans, LGBTQIA+ as well as culturally diverse community members to apply for open roles. nib Group is committed to creating an accessible recruitment process and employment experience. If you identify as a person living with disability and require adjustments to our online application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, or would like this advertisement in an alternative format, please contact us at nibemployment @nib.com.au. Working at nib Our hybrid working model offers flexibility to work from home or our purpose-built office Hubs, designed for focus, connection, and collaboration. We’re committed to coming together with purpose. Other benefits to support you at work (and play) include: New starter benefit to help set up a functional home workspace 50% discount on employee health insurance + 35% off travel insurance The opportunity to give back to the community through paid leave for volunteering through nib foundation Access to our nib Well Program and corporate fitness discounts Access to employee share plans, short-term incentive program and life and salary continuance insurance benefits 18 weeks paid parental leave for all new parents regardless of carer status, 5 days paid cultural leave for First Nations peoples and 4 weeks paid gender affirmation leave for trans, gender diverse and intersex employees The fine print All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Successful applicants will be required to complete a background check (including criminal history and bankruptcy check) prior to commencement of employment. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work. Who we are nib Group is a trusted international health partner, empowering our members to make better decisions and improve health outcomes through greater accessibility to affordable health services and information. nib Group provides health and medical insurance to over 1.6 million Australian and New Zealand residents. We also provide health insurance to more than 190,000 international students and workers in Australia. In addition, we are Australia's third largest travel insurer and global distributor of travel insurance through our business nib Travel, providing financial protection and assurance to travellers wherever they are in the world Our Purpose Our purpose is your better health. We are a trusted partner in helping our members and travellers make more informed healthcare decisions, transact with healthcare systems and generally live healthier lives.