Software Engineer | Backend

Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. Working at Nine, you’ll have access to a unique range of experiences and opportunities, helping drive the success of the country’s most trusted television, radio, digital and publishing brands. 

Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact. We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones.

Some of our most beloved brands have been part of Australian life for generations, and others - new on the scene - have already found their place firmly in our lives. We’re evolving and we need people like you to bring new ideas, innovate and make your mark.

The Core Publishing team is the engine room of Nine’s digital ecosystem. We build and scale the high-performance INK APIs and microservices that power Australia’s most iconic mastheads, including The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age, and The AFR. If you want to build the backbone of Australian news, let's talk.

What You’ll Do

• Scale at Volume: Build and maintain auto-scaling microservices for massive web and app audiences.

• Architect & Innovate: Work in autonomous Agile squads to drive system design and architectural decisions.

• Engineering Excellence: Write clean, testable code and conduct rigorous peer reviews.

• Collaborate: Partner with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to optimize the product experience.

• Lead & Mentor: Guide junior engineers and foster a culture of continuous learning.

• Modern Tech: Work with Golang, AWS, GCP, gRPC, Kafka, Postgres, and GraphQL

What You’ll Bring

• Go Expertise: Deep experience in Golang and high-quality API development.

• Cloud-First Mindset: Strong proficiency in AWS/GCP and DevOps/CI/CD practices.

• System Design: A solid understanding of software architecture and microservices.

• Problem Solver: Analytical thinking with a focus on security and performance.

• Leadership: A passion for mentoring and influencing technical direction.

• Quality Focus: A "test-first" approach to building robust, maintainable systems.

How we work

At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team. 

Our employee benefits include:

• Access to 'Employee Exclusives' program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and awesome perks.
• Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads.

More info at Nine Careers.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.

Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.