This is a Principal Software Engineer role with NCS Group Australia based in Canberra, ACT, AU NCS Group Australia Role Seniority - senior More about the Principal Software Engineer role at NCS Group Australia Company Description At NCS Australia, we are more than a technology services company—we are a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and creators shaping the future. With a strong presence across the APAC region, we partner with government and enterprise organisations to tackle complex challenges and deliver solutions that drive real, lasting impact. We are passionate about unlocking value through technology. By focusing on people, committing to quality, and challenging traditional thinking, we believe technology services can be done better. Our team brings this to life by advising, transforming, and managing technology to help our clients and communities thrive. We love big ideas and bold thinkers. Bring your ambition and your creativity—together, we will turn them into extraordinary opportunities. Ready to make tomorrow with us? Explore our opportunities and join a team that is redefining what’s possible. Job Description We’re looking for a Principal Software Engineer to take ownership of large-scale, complex software development initiatives and provide strategic technical leadership across high-impact programs. This is a senior, influential role where you’ll shape architecture, guide engineering teams, and ensure the delivery of secure, high-quality, and scalable solutions aligned to business objectives. Lead end-to-end software development and technical design across complex environments Drive engineering strategy to ensure high-quality, maintainable, and scalable codebases Provide expert technical advice on development, integration, and system optimisation Oversee release management, go-live activities, and ongoing production support Lead analysis, design, development, prototyping, testing, and maintenance activities Review and approve solutions, conducting high-level impact assessments Ensure adherence to software development standards, methodologies, and governance Resolve highly complex technical and operational issues Build and manage strategic stakeholder relationships across business and technology teams Contribute to workforce planning, capability uplift, and performance improvement initiatives Prepare executive-level briefs and provide recommendations to influence decision-making Oversee project delivery, cost analysis, and strategic prioritisation Qualifications Proven experience leading large-scale, complex software engineering initiatives Strong technical leadership with the ability to mentor and guide engineering teams Experience working with legacy and modern technology stacks in enterprise environments Technical expertise Mainframe & Legacy: COBOL, M204/User Language, CAGEN/Broadcom-Gen Modern Development: TypeScript, API integration, Git-based development Integration & Platforms: IBM App Connect, IBM Case Management, API Connect Databases: M204, PostgreSQL, DB2, Teradata, MS SQL, Oracle Web Technologies: Drupal, WordPress (themes, modules, API integration) Data & Engineering: Data modelling, querying, scripting, and development practices Frameworks: ISIS framework (including M204 platform) Additional Information Why join us: NCS Australia is where you can feel at home, nurturing your talents and skills as we make tomorrow together, one day at a time. Our benefits include paid parental leave, initiatives focused on your well-being and discounted health insurance. You will also enjoy discounts on various products and services and be regularly recognised and rewarded for high performance. We are committed to your career development through our Capability Fingerprint, industry and partner training programs, special interest groups, and an AI-driven learning platform. No matter where you are in your career, we offer meaningful work and opportunities for growth. NCS Australia is an equal-opportunity employer, and we take pride in our commitment to valuing and supporting our people and the communities we serve.We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Veterans, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. At NCS Australia, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply. Agencies: We’ve got this. We request that you do not contact NCS employees outside of the Talent Acquisition team. NCS exclusively accepts resumes from agencies on our preferred supplier panel through the NCS Agency Portal. Agencies that submit resumes must have a valid fee agreement and be assigned to the particular requisition by the Talent Acquisition team. Any resumes that are submitted outside of this process will become the sole property of NCS. If a candidate is hired outside of this process, no fee or payment will be given. Work rights and background checks: To be eligible for a position with us, applicants will need to have valid work rights for Australia and be willing to undergo a comprehensive background checking process, including probity and police checks Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the NCS Group Australia team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Leading software development Driving engineering strategy Building stakeholder relationships Key Strengths Software development Technical leadership Integration and system optimisation Mainframe & Legacy Technologies Modern Development Technologies Web Technologies A Final Note: This is a role with NCS Group Australia not with Hatch.
