Senior / Lead Platform Engineer – Nabserv

Worker Type: Maximum Term/Fixed Term (Fixed Term) ABOUT THE JOB   We are seeking a  Senior / Lead Engineer  to play a critical role in  transforming   Nabserv   from a   b ase container image provider   into a fully governed,   self ‑ maintaining   platform framework .   This role is for engineers who  think and act like platform owners  — people who care deeply about  system hygiene ,  long ‑ term   sustainability , and  eliminating   technical and operational debt rather than   normalising   it .   You will lead the design and evolution of   Nabserv   as a  standardised   microservice and API framework , with a strong focus on:   Automated OS and dependency patching   Built ‑ in   security and compliance   Consistent patterns and guardrails   Operational excellence by default   You will work across teams to ensure   Nabserv   enables  fast, safe delivery  without sacrificing  stability, maintainability, or security .   WHAT YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR   Platform Ownership & Evolution   Act as a  technical owner  of the   Nabserv   platform, responsible for its  design   integrity, hygiene, and   long ‑ term   health .   Lead the transformation of   Nabserv   into a  framework with strong conventions , opinionated defaults, and minimal misconfiguration risk.   Establish and enforce  platform standards , patterns, and guardrails for microservices and APIs.   Automation & Hygiene First Engineering   Design and implement  auto ‑ patching   mechanisms  for base images, dependencies, and platform components.   Eliminate   manual and   error ‑ prone   operational practices through  automation ‑ first   design .   Drive initiatives that proactively reduce  operational risk, toil, and maintenance overhead .   Intolerance for Technical & Operational Debt   Actively   identify , challenge, and remediate technical and operational debt.   Set expectations across teams that  “known broken or risky states are not acceptable ” .   Balance delivery speed with sustainability — ensuring   short ‑ term   decisions do not create   long ‑ term   platform risks.   Architecture & Integration Leadership   Design and govern  resource ‑ oriented   APIs  aligned to business capabilities.   Guide teams on  REST,   event ‑ driven , and asynchronous integration patterns .   Contribute to advanced platform initiatives such as:   Microservice consolidation   GraphQL   platforms ( Supergraph   / Subgraph)   Cohesive service ecosystems aligned to domain boundaries   Engineering Excellence & Mentorship   Set a high bar for  code quality, documentation, test coverage, and operational readiness .   Mentor   engineers   develop  platform thinking , not just service delivery skills.   Promote best practices in  CI/CD, DevOps, and production readiness .   WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR   Must ‑ Have   Experience & Mindset   Proven experience as a  Senior or Lead Engineer  in complex, enterprise environments (5+ years).   Strong  platform ownership mindset  — you feel accountable for what happens  after  code is deployed.   Demonstrated  low tolerance for messy systems, recurring incidents, and manual fixes .   Deep experience designing and operating  microservices and API platforms  at scale.   Strong background in  automated CI/CD pipelines , infrastructure hygiene, and operational tooling.   Hands ‑ on   experience with  cloud platforms (AWS or Azure)  and  containerised   environments .   Ability to design systems that are  secure, patchable, observable, and maintainable by default .   Strong English communication skills in a global engineering environment   Technical Strengths   Proficiency   in  Java or other modern languages  (Python, NodeJS, Golang, etc.)     Strong Computer Science fundamentals with a focus on  scalable, maintainable systems .   Experience with:   RESTful API design   Cloud ‑ native   architectures   CI/CD automation   Testing strategies (unit, integration, system)   Troubleshooting distributed systems   WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE IN THIS ROLE   Nabserv   evolves into a  clear, opinionated framework , not a   base container image provider .   Platform upgrades and patches are  automated, predictable, and   low ‑ risk .   Engineers consume the platform with  confidence and consistency .   Technical and operational debt trends  down   over time , not up.   Teams move faster  because  the platform is clean, safe, and   well ‑ owned   — not despite it.   It’s more than a career at NAB. It’s about more opportunity, more moments to make a difference and more focus on you. Your job is just one part of your life. When you bring your ideas, energy, and hunger for growth to us, you’ll be recognised and rewarded for your contribution in return. You’ll have our support to excel for our customers, deliver positive change for our communities and grow your career.   It’s a good time to see what more you can find at NAB as a Senior / Lead Platform Engineer – Nabserv A diverse and inclusive workplace works better for everyone. At NAB, we’re intent on building a culture we can all be proud of. One based on trust and respect. An uplifting environment where every single one of us feels appreciated and empowered to be our true, authentic selves. A diverse and inclusive workplace where our differences are celebrated, and our contributions are valued. It’s a huge part of what makes NAB such a special place to be. Please note unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.