Senior Engineering Manager at Netwealth

About Netwealth Netwealth isn't just a company. We're shaping the future of wealth in Australia. Our award-winning platform and NextGen technology empower advisers and investors to achieve more, and we're proud to be recognised as one of Australia's most innovative FinTech businesses. Since 1999, we've grown rapidly by challenging the status quo. We move fast, think big, and stay agile. Free from unnecessary bureaucracy so we can deliver smarter solutions for our clients and create real impact. But what truly sets us apart? Our people. We're a team of curious, optimistic and courageous individuals who collaborate to make life better for more Australians. We value authenticity, and agility, and we believe in creating an environment where you can do your best work, grow your career, and feel part of something meaningful. If you're looking for a place where your ideas matter, where innovation is celebrated, and where you can help shape a brighter financial future, join us at Netwealth. The opportunity Lead people. Enable great engineering. Build with purpose. We’re looking for a Senior Engineering Manager to lead several established scrum teams and help them do their best work. This role is about people leadership, clarity, and creating the conditions for teams to deliver high‑quality, scalable software. You’ll guide technical direction, support architectural decisions, and work closely with technology leadership to ensure strong alignment, consistency, and delivery. You will lead the Satisfy Tribe who are responsible for Netwealth’s core servicing and operations experience across advisers, clients, and internal teams. It owns the platforms that power workflow and case management (NetFlow), customer communications and distribution (Earth), and custody and registry‑style servicing (Star) providing the essential workflow, custody, and communications backbone that enables day‑to‑day servicing, core operations, and regulatory compliance. What you’ll do - Lead and coach multiple scrum teams, fostering clarity, collaboration, and performance - Improve ways of working, remove delivery friction, and support continuous improvement building a positive, growth‑focused engineering culture - Uphold strong engineering and design standards, particularly across the Microsoft stack and back‑end systems - Translate business goals into clear technical plans and delivery roadmaps - Oversee development practices to ensure quality, security, and reliable deployment - Partner with technology leaders to maintain alignment and technical excellence About you You’re a people‑first leader with a strong engineering foundation. - Experience leading engineers in multi‑team environments with a genuine passion for coaching and developing high‑performing teams - Solid software engineering background and understanding of modern delivery practices within complex quality environments. - Understand regulatory and operational constraints and ensure changes are compliant and auditable. - Confidence setting and delivering practical technical and delivery roadmaps - Strong knowledge of agile ways of working within high quality, complex environments. - Clear, thoughtful communication and stakeholder management skills Life At Netwealth At Netwealth, we believe a fulfilling career is built on growth, balance, and belonging. Our people are our greatest strength, and we’re committed to supporting you at every stage of life because when you thrive, so do we. We're proud to be recognised as one of Australia's top 5 companies for Career Development (endorsed by WORK180). From further education and diverse training opportunities to strong support for internal mobility. Your career can grow here. Our flexible hybrid model supports balance, with just 4 days in the office each fortnight. When you’re in, you’ll enjoy working from one of our modern, thoughtfully designed spaces across Australia – including our state-of-the-art Melbourne CBD office. All locations feature contemporary facilities to make your day comfortable, and in Melbourne, you’ll also enjoy perks like end-of-trip amenities and daily breakfast to make your commute easier. We offer benefits designed for your wellbeing and personal development, including; - Family-friendly support: Paid parental leave and a fully funded school holiday program - Wellness perks: CU Health (virtual healthcare), income protection, flu shots, wellness weeks, retail discounts and financial wellbeing services - A vibrant culture: social events, trivia nights, and corporate sports - Employee Resource Groups: LGBTQIA+, DAWN (Development and Accelerating Women at Netwealth), Culture Group and Carers Group - Community Impact: Paid volunteering and our Netwealth Impact Group We're proud of our inclusive and diverse workforce and encourage everyone to bring their genuine selves to work. It's one of our core values. We're committed to equity and inclusion through our gender equality, disability, LGBTQIA+, wellbeing and cultural initiatives. And we're certified by WORK180, Family Friendly Workplaces and Great Places to Work. If you're excited by the opportunity but don't meet every requirements, we still encourage you to apply. Research shows people often hesitate unless they tick every box. We value potential and passion just as much. Need adjustments during the recruitment process? Contact us at [Upgrade to PRO to see contact] Apply now and help us shape a brighter financial future!