Junior Software Engineer (Sydney)– Early Careers
Junior Software Engineer (Sydney)– Early Careers
Location: Sydney, Australia
Start Date: March 2026
Work Mode: Hybrid (typically 3 days onsite per week, depending on client needs)
Eligibility: Australian Citizenship required
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At Accenture, we believe in the power of technology and human ingenuity to create a better, more connected world. As a Junior Software Engineer, you’ll be part of a team that builds, supports, and improves the technology that powers some of the world’s most innovative organisations.
This role is designed for recent graduates and early-career professionals who are curious, collaborative, and ready to make an impact. Whether you’re fresh out of university or have a couple of years of hands-on experience, this is your opportunity to grow your skills, work on exciting projects, and shape your future in tech.
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Learn and Grow: Access mentoring, structured development programs, and real-world projects to build your skills and confidence.
- Make an Impact: Work on live enterprise systems, contributing to meaningful projects that solve real-world challenges.
- Shape Your Future: Explore career paths in software engineering, DevOps, application support, or systems analysis, and discover where your passion lies.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll join a supportive, collaborative team that’s passionate about technology and innovation. Together, we’ll work across the entire software development lifecycle (SDLC) and embrace modern DevOps practices to deliver secure, high-performing applications.
Your day-to-day might include:
- Designing, building, testing, and deploying software that makes a difference.
- Learning to create and manage CI/CD pipelines for smooth, reliable releases.
- Monitoring application performance and resolving issues.
- Contributing to the development and enhancement of enterprise applications.
- Acting as a bridge between clients, applications, and technical teams.
What You’ll Learn
We don’t expect you to know everything on day one. We’re here to help you grow. You’ll gain hands-on experience with:
- DevOps workflows and CI/CD concepts.
- Application deployment and monitoring in real-world environments.
- Tools like Oracle WebLogic, Oracle Database, and application quality analysis.
- Best practices for issue resolution, change management, and quality assurance.
About You
We’re not just looking for technical skills—we’re looking for people who are eager to learn, grow, and make an impact.
Essential:
- Australian Citizenship (required for baseline security clearance).
- A passion for technology, problem-solving, and collaboration.
- Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn.
You could be a great fit if you are:
- A recent graduate in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or a related field.
- An early-career professional with 2-5 years of experience in software development, DevOps, or a related area.
Bonus Skills (not required):
- Experience with DevOps tools, CI/CD pipelines, databases, or application servers.
- Interest in system reliability, application quality, and process improvement.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
- Inclusive Culture: We celebrate diversity and create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued.
- Career Growth: Continuous learning and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle.
- Impactful Work: Exciting projects that make a real impact on our clients and the world.
Additional Benefits:
- 18 weeks paid parental leave.
- Long & short-term career break opportunities.
- Structured career development programs.
- Local and international career opportunities.
- Certified as a Family Inclusive Workplace™.
- Proud to be in the top 3 of last year’s Diversity & Inclusion Index!
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Ready to Apply?
Join a team that’s passionate about mentoring and helping you grow into a confident software engineer! Don’t miss this opportunity to launch your tech career with Accenture. Apply today and take the first step toward an exciting future in software engineering! Apply today.
Security Clearance Requirement
- Due to the secure nature of this role, we are seeking Australian Citizens who either hold an active security clearance or are eligible to obtain one. This ensures all team members can handle sensitive information and uphold the highest standards of security.
Other Essentials
- Must not have been terminated from a government agency or received poor performance feedback.
- Must have lived in Australia for most of the past 5 years.
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Essential:
- Australian Citizenship (required for baseline security clearance).
- A passion for technology, problem-solving, and collaboration.
- Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn.
You could be a great fit if you are:
- A recent graduate in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or a related field.
- An early-career professional with 2-5 years of experience in software development, DevOps, or a related area.
Bonus Skills (not required):
- Experience with DevOps tools, CI/CD pipelines, databases, or application servers.
- Interest in system reliability, application quality, and process improvement.
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