Principal Engineer

Join the change. Electrify your future!

We've been proudly Aussie since 1837, always finding new ways to innovate in energy and essential services. Now, we're moving towards a sustainable future through electrification and investing in renewable energy—and we’d like you to join us.

Whether you're on-site, in the office, or somewhere in between, you'll find opportunities to grow your career here. You'll work with a team that's passionate about powering Australian lives, in a culture that values inclusivity, respect, and learning.

Help us create a cleaner energy future, and we’ll back you every step of the way as you build your career.

Join the change. Electrify your future.

About the role

As a Principal Engineer, you’ll be a technical authority within a critical application domain, shaping engineering excellence and guiding strategic delivery. You’ll support the Energy Markets & Development function, which plays a vital role in managing market operations, risk, and commercial outcomes. Your work will enable platforms and tools that help AGL meet its strategic goals. Join our engineering cohort and help shape the future, be part of our AI journey to deliver complex systems to power the future of energy.

Some of the things you’ll do are:

Lead technical direction for critical software assets and functions at AGL

Provide architectural guidance, governance, and leadership in software delivery

Drive engineering excellence by managing technical debt and uplifting capability

Shape and influence multi-year technical roadmaps across teams

Collaborate in SAFe agile, cross-functional build-and-run teams across value streams

Act as a senior technical authority with deep expertise and strong leadership

Own software design, DevOps, CICD, integration, quality, and asset health

We’re looking for people who have:

Demonstrated expertise in relevant technical domains including programming, infrastructure, DevOps, CICD, and quality engineering

Strong understanding of industry trends and best practices, with a proven ability to implement them effectively

Skilled in mentoring and coaching engineers to grow capability and encourage diverse technical perspectives

Able to lead and provide technical direction across teams, driving alignment and delivery

Influences key stakeholders and confidently challenges development practices to drive measurable improvements and deliver stronger outcomes

Applications close on Friday 31st October.

At AGL, we offer a wide range of benefits including:

Flexible working: AGL offers a range of flexible working options including hybrid working and/or flexible hours.

Staff discounts: Discounted energy, telco and solar plans: Available for employees, family and friends.

Parental Leave: 20 weeks paid leave for the primary carer plus employer-paid superannuation on unpaid leave.

Additional Leave: 1 week ‘Recharge Leave’ for eligible employees and salary sacrifice up to 6 weeks additional leave.

Wellbeing Programs: Partnerships with Medibank and Fitness Passport and on-site health appointments (massage, skin checks etc.).

AGL Shares: Up to $1000 as part of annual Share Reward plan and salary sacrifice up to $5000 of shares.

*Benefits may change over time and vary based on role type and location.

Inclusion at AGL

At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences.

We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit:

AGL is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.

Our pre-employment screening process includes a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a medical assessment if necessary.

The information provided as part of your application to AGL will be managed in accordance with the AGL Privacy Policy.

AGL does not accept agency submissions unless approval has been granted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team. Candidates submitted by an agency without approval will not be considered by AGL.

LocationDocklands VIC 3008

Job Family GroupInformation Technology - Internet-Based

R-0021654