Senior Software Engineer (AI-First, Full Stack) - Gold Coast, QLD

Senior Software Engineer (AI-First, Full Stack) - Gold Coast, QLDApply now Refer a friend Job no: 530742Brand: AuntBetty and BYOJetWork type: Full timeLocation: QueenslandCategories: Data and Business IntelligenceAt Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG) our purpose is to 'open up the world for those who want to see'. Every day, we give people all around the world the opportunity to experience something really amazing - travel!We're building the future of AI‐augmented engineering and are looking for a Senior Software Engineer who doesn't just write code, they multiply impact using AIThis is a newly created role driven by rapid growth and global expansion. You'll play a critical role in scaling large‐scale, customer‐facing travel platforms integrated with partners such as Google Flights, Skyscanner, and Kayak.This is not a traditional engineering role. You'll be expected to think like an engineer, operator, and product‐minded problem solver, using AI as a core part of how you work.Day to DayOwn software solutions end‐to‐end, from detection and diagnosis through to resolutionBuild, maintain, and evolve backend and frontend systems with a focus on reliability and scaleDesign and maintain effective monitoring, logging, and alerting across platformsEnsure issues are identified proactively, before they impact customersRapidly respond to production incidents and defects across multiple systemsBalance speed, quality, and stability in a high‐throughput environmentUse logs, telemetry, and metrics to perform root‐cause analysis and remediationContinuously improve performance, resilience, and maintainability of systemsBuild backend solutions using .NET (C#) and modern frontend solutions using JavaScript / TypeScriptDesign clean, scalable APIs and data models backed by SQLWork across the full SDLC, contributing to architecture, implementation, testing, and releaseLeverage AI tools daily to accelerate development, debugging, testing, and operationsDesign and experiment with AI‐assisted workflows and automation across engineering processesIdentify high‐leverage work and prioritise based on business impactCollaborate closely with product, architecture, and engineering stakeholdersGuide and support an offshore IT support teamMentor other engineers and uplift engineering standards across the teamTake ownership of technical direction within your domain as the team growsYou'll Be Perfect for the Role If You HaveAn AI‐first mindset, you actively use AI tools to move faster and smarterExperience using tools like Copilot, Claude, Codex, Rovo, or similar in daily workflowsStrong full‐stack engineering fundamentals with .NET (C#) and modern JavaScript (ES6+)Experience with frameworks such as React, Vue, or AngularStrong understanding of system architecture, scalability, and API designSolid SQL and data modelling experienceHands‐on experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred)Experience implementing observability, monitoring, and alerting solutionsStrong debugging skills and a track record of owning production outcomesA builder mindset, you take ownership, move quickly, and thrive in ambiguityCommercial and product awareness, understanding how your work drives business valueStrong written and verbal communication skills across technical and non‐technical audiencesComfort working with offshore teams and across time zonesA bias toward shipping, learning, and iterating over over‐engineeringWhat you'll Enjoy:️Culture: you will be employed by an inclusive company that offers a team culture like no other in the industry - Flight Centre Travel Group Australia is proud to be a certified Great Place To Work Australia New Zealand Pty LtdOur People: FCTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and people from racial, ethnic, or ethno-religious minority groups and people with disabilityDevelopment: Individualised Learning & Development pathway optionsAccess to 'LinkedIn Learning' for ongoing skills development: over 24,500 courses in over 20 languagesExclusive Staff Discounts: Accessible via our employee-only portal with 350+ of Australia's leading retailers, health and wellness discounts, financial planning advice, employee share plan and moreTravel Discounts: Including family and friends - flights, hotels, tours, cruises, travel insurance and moreBrightness of Future: Career opportunities in a network of brands and businesses across the globe - we promote from withinCorporate Health Discounts: Access exclusive discounts on health insurance plans for you and your family with our partner, BUPA, access to internal gymMental Health: Support and Employee Assistance Program for staff and familySocial: Regular awards nights, social team-building and industry events, with the opportunity to attend global conferences (Bangkok in 2026)Giving Back: Corporate Social Responsibility program supporting nominated charities through Workplace Giving, volunteering and fundraising; paid parental and volunteer leaveSustainability: The protection of our environment is essential to the future of tourism, as a leading travel group, we have made efforts to affect positive change to the environmentBe part of a workplace committed to reconciliation through our Reconciliation Action Plan - we proudly support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander inclusion, cultural safety, and dedicated cultural leave#LI-KC1#LI#onsiteApplications close: