Graduate Software Engineer

At Swyftx, we're not just building a fintech scaleup; we're shaping the future of Australia's digital currency industry. With over 800,000 users, we have our sights set high, aiming to be Australia's most trusted cryptocurrency trading platform and the next billion-dollar success story. 

We’re excited to grow Brisbane’s tech community through our graduate program, which nurtures the next generation of talent. As a Graduate Software Engineer at Swyftx, you’ll dive into a dynamic, fast-paced environment, working alongside talented engineers who are passionate about innovation. You’ll be hands-on, writing code and deploying it into the hands of our users. Along the way you’ll also get a chance to learn how to work as part of a modern digital product team – no stuffy old methodologies or ancient legacy tech here!

At Swyftx, we support your growth, encourage you to tackle challenges, and help you make a real impact. We’re looking for graduates ready to start in early 2025, and please note thatthis is a hybrid role, with 3-4 days per week in our vibrant Milton office.

Some of your key responsibilities in this role will include:

• Collaborate on Development Projects: Work closely with our Software Engineers to contribute to the design, development, and deployment of innovative software solutions that drive our platform forward. This is a full-stack role, and you’ll gain hands-on experience with both front-end and back-end development. 
• Write and Optimise Code: Develop clean, efficient, and scalable code using modern programming languages and frameworks, with an emphasis on quality and performance. 
• Participate in Code Reviews: Engage in peer code reviews, learning from others to continuously improve your coding practices and technical skills. 
• Learn and Apply New Technologies: Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and best practices, applying what you learn to help keep our systems at the cutting edge of the industry. 
• Support Cross-Functional Teams: Collaborate with teams across the business, including Security, DevOps, Product, and Design, to ensure seamless integration and delivery of features and services. 

What we’re looking for:

• You’re working towards (or have recently completed) a degree in computer science or a related field, and you’re set to graduate in 2024 or 2025. 
• You’ve got some coding skills under your belt and are comfortable with at least one of these languages: React Native, React.js, Node.js, TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, C++, or Java. 
• You enjoy working with others and can also get things done on your own when needed. 
• You’re a good communicator, both in writing and speaking. 
• You’re a natural problem solver who loves tackling challenges and coming up with creative solutions. 
• You have a passion for software engineering and care about writing code that’s not just functional, but also beautifully crafted. 

Some of our perks and benefits include:

• Unlimited fee-free trading.
• Inhouse Barista.
• Career growth, training, mentorship, and development opportunities.
• Social activities, game breaks and recognition awards.
• Fully stocked kitchen, breakfast and lunch foods, unlimited fresh fruit and snacks.
• Weekly catered lunches on a Wednesday.

At Swyftx, we're not just building a diverse and dynamic environment; we're celebrating it. We value and embrace the unique experiences, qualities, and characteristics that each member of our team brings, and we're committed to cultivating an inclusive workspace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to do their best work.

If you are driven by excellence, a deep commitment to integrity, and an unwavering drive to make an impact then click ‘apply now’.

We have an internal Talent Acquisition function, and therefore are not accepting approaches from recruitment agencies.