Software Engineer

Forward with Cuscal 

At Cuscal, we’re not just shaping the future of payments - we’re pioneering it. From launching Australia’s first ATM to being the first certified NPP PayTo Payer and Initiator in 2022, we’ve spent over 59 years building solutions that millions of Australians rely on every day.  

Now, we’re preparing for what’s next, and we want you to be part of it. 

Join us as a Software Engineer in our Payments Domain and help us deliver ground-breaking solutions that push the boundaries of what’s possible. 

Your Opportunity 

We’re looking for a Software Engineer to join our Payments Domain.

In this role, you’ll leverage your technical skills to develop, maintain, and support innovative solutions that solve real-world challenges in the payments industry. From designing and building scalable systems to ensuring seamless integration with key technologies, your work will directly impact millions of users. 

You’ll also make an impact by: 

• Preparing technical specifications and program design documents to meet user requirements and functional specifications.  

• Performing analysis to support application and system design  

• Analysing, designing, developing and testing software solutions that meet user requirements according to approved IT standards and best practice methodology. 

• Adhering to architecture, design, implementation, and security standards and best practices. 

• Developing reusable software building blocks to enable faster delivery. 

What you’ll bring 

To succeed in this role, you’ll have: 

• 5+ years' experience in software engineering
• Full-stack development expertise with a strong focus on backend services.
• Proficiency in Node.js for backend development.
• Solid experience with AWS Cloud services, including Lambda and Terraform for infrastructure as code.
• Familiarity with on-premises environments and hybrid cloud integration.
• Strong understanding of front-end technologies (e.g., React, Angular, or similar frameworks).
• Hands-on experience with databases (SQL and NoSQL).
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and collaborative development practices.
• Experience in CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work across a variety of technologies (including legacy-based tools).

You’ll stand out from the crowd if you have some of the following: 

• Knowledge of banking and financial systems and business principles (electronic payment systems, settlement, etc.) 
• Knowledge of PCI/DSS compliance 
• Knowledge of AS2805 / ISO8353 
• AWS Lambda, DynamoDB, Docker 

Why Cuscal? 

At Cuscal, you’ll find a strong, successful company that’s reimagining the future. And our team is right there at the heart of it all.   

Here, you’ll deliver or support interesting, ground-breaking work that has real impact - on Australia’s financial services sector and the millions of customers it serves. You’ll innovate alongside skilled, smart, connected teams. And you’ll build an impressive, fulfilling career that continues to grow.   

You’ll also enjoy a range of benefits, including: 

• Work in a hybrid model that supports your lifestyle and goals 

• We celebrate success: Our IGNITE program recognises individual and team achievements. 

• Wellbeing focus: We support your physical, mental, and financial health with holistic initiatives and access to discounts via ‘Cuscal Advantage.’ 

Join us and reimagine the future 

If this role excites you, we’d love to explore your potential and vision for the future. Screening and interviews may occur before the job ad closing date, so don’t wait - apply now. 

For further information about this role please contact [email protected] 

Cuscal is an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse, and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process.  

We welcome applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with a disability, LGBTQIA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore career opportunities with Cuscal.   

Note: Cuscal does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or search firms.