Job Description
Engineering Manager
Job ID:  1746
Business Unit:  Core Banking Platform
Job Family:  Digital & Technology
Category:  Technology
Location:  Bendigo, VIC, AUS, 3550
| Melbourne, VIC, AUS, 3000
Employment Type:  Permanent
Employee Class:  Full Time
Closing Date: 

“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 

We are seeking an experienced and inspiring Engineering Manager to lead our high-performing teams in the Core Technology Modernisation space. This is a fantastic opportunity to guide the development and operation of the critical platforms that are core to our bank and customers.

If you are passionate about building great teams and tackling complex challenges in a highly regulated environment, we would love to hear from you.

In this role you’ll get to…

In this role, your leadership will be about creating a supportive and collaborative environment where everyone can contribute their best work.  In this role you will get to:

  • Guide and Empower:  Nurture your teams as they thoughtfully craft scalable, secure, and reliable solutions that bring our shared goals to life for our customers.
  • Foster Craftsmanship:  Champion a culture of quality and continuous improvement, encouraging beautiful code, robust testing, and smooth, secure delivery pipelines.
  • Connect and Support:  Dedicate meaningful time to each team member through regular check-ins, creating a safe space for supportive feedback and conversations about their growth.
  • Mentor Career Journeys:  Partner with individuals to map out their career aspirations, using clear frameworks and goals to help them build their skills and thrive.
  • Collaborate on Clarity:  Build a strong partnership with our Technical Product Owners to shape a clear, inspiring, and achievable backlog that gives the team purpose and focus. 

What you’ll bring to the role 

To be successful in the role you will have:

  • Proven experience as an Engineering Manager or Technical Lead, with an excellent track record of leading, mentoring, and growing engineering teams.
  • A technical background in software engineering, with hands-on experience in a modern banking or financial services tech stack.
  • Proficiency in real-time stream processing and handling large-scale datasets for behavioural analysis.
  • Demonstrable experience with core banking platforms and workflows and implementing new ways of working.
  • Experience working within a highly regulated environment, preferably Australian financial services (with knowledge of APRA standards).
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and align teams and leaders across the organisation.
  • Experience with Agile methodologies, managing technical roadmaps and backlogs.

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:

  • Hybrid work? Flexible hours? A compressed work week? Our flexible work options are designed to suit your life.  We offer flexible work options that put our people first.
  • 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!

We love the support recruitment agencies give our businesses every day, however, we have got this.  Our superstar talent advisors will reach out to our fabulous panel if we need a helping hand.

If you're already part of Bendigo Bank (including Community Banks), you'll need to apply through People Hub to submit a valid application. We’re keen to support you with the next step in your career.