Job Description

Come shape the future of education with us.

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At Compass, we're transforming the way schools manage their day-to-day operations - from finance and payments to communication, events and administration.

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Our platform is built specifically for Australian schools, with a strong focus on the needs of public schools, helping them operate more efficiently and reduce administrative burden.

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We combine the pace and ownership of a product-focused team with the scale and impact of a broader education technology ecosystem supporting thousands of schools globally.

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We're now looking for a Full Stack Software Engineer to join our team!

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About the Role & Team

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As a Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in building and evolving the systems that schools rely on every day.

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This role blends hands-on development with problem-solving, creativity and continuous learning. You'll design and build scalable systems that are secure, maintainable and intuitive to use, while contributing to the ongoing improvement of our platform.

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You'll work across a modern web stack, collaborating closely with Product and Design to deliver practical, high-impact solutions for schools.

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At Compass, you will:

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- Write clean, maintainable and high-quality code across a platform used by schools at scale.
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- Champion engineering best practices including software craftsmanship, clean code and collaborative development.
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- Analyse problems deeply, uncover complexity and design solutions that balance technical feasibility with real-world business & school needs.
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- Actively contribute to sprint planning, technical design sessions and retrospectives with thoughtful, evidence-based input.
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- Collaborate closely with Product Managers and Designers to ensure solutions align with customer outcomes.
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- Communicate ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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- Stay current with modern tools, frameworks and development practices, applying learnings to improve the product.
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- Contribute to improving team processes, code quality and overall engineering standards.
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About You

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We are always on the lookout for individuals who are able to bring a high level of energy and a positive can-do attitude to our team. If you are someone who is passionate about coding and loves keeping up to date with new technologies - then we want to speak with you!

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You will also have:

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- 2+ years of professional software engineering experience, ideally in SaaS or product-led environments.
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- Proficiency working with modern web technologies (PHPk, React, C#) and front-end frameworks like Bootstrap or Tailwind.
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- A robust understanding of software design principles, clean architecture, and modern development practices.
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- A passion for software development and proactively keeping up to date with recent tech.
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- Experience designing and implementing database solutions using SQL and/or NoSQL technologies.
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- Familiarity with monitoring tools and CI/CD pipelines.




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- Excellent analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
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- A passion for continuous improvement, in code quality, personal growth, and team success.
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- A proactive mindset with the ability to take ownership, share ideas, and see them through to implementation.
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What's in it for you?

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- We come together with our unique strengths to work towards a common purpose - shaping the future of education. When you join our team, you will collaborate with individuals who are passionate, driven, and open to embracing change in a fast-paced environment.
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- Hybrid working environment
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- Learning & Development opportunities & PD budget - we want you to grow and get the most out of your role!
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- 24/7 access to our Employment Assistance Program (EAP) through the means of face-to-face, livechat and phone support.
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- Access to our Parental Leave Program for both primary and secondary carers.
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- A supportive, inclusive culture where you'll be valued and heard.
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It is a really exciting time to join Compass. We are growing and are looking for ambitious individuals who want to grow alongside us.

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Compass is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Prior To Commencing Employment, You Require:

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- a valid Employee Working With Children Check
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- a satisfactory National Police Check
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- verification of unrestricted work rights in Australia, eg citizenship, passport, or birth certificate
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Ready to make a difference?

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📌 Full Stack Software Engineer (New South Wales)
🏢 Compass Education
📍 New South Wales