Engineering Manager (AI and Intelligent Automation)

Create your best future and join Westpac as an Engineering Manager (AI and Intelligent Automation)

What’s the role?

An exciting opportunity is available for an Engineering Manager (AI and Intelligent Automation) in Sydney. 

Westpac Group has a globally recognised intelligent automation team who are passionate about making Westpac a faster and better bank. We are growing our intelligent automation capabilities by supporting AI agents which allow us to deliver “wow” colleague and customer experiences.This hands-on role blends technical skills, leadership, and a passion for innovation in AI-driven automation.

This role calls for hands-on expertise in intelligent automation technologies like AI, RPA, IDP, and workflow tools to support delivery teams, run experiments, and drive solution development. It also involves mentoring a skilled team, promoting innovation, and working closely with product, data, and operations teams to deliver impactful solutions. The role also supports best practices across the development lifecycle, including Agile, CI/CD, testing, and monitoring, while addressing the challenges of AI-driven solutions.

What do I need?

• Proven track record in delivering intelligent automation solutions within Financial Services or large enterprise environments. (Ideally, 3 years in an engineering leadership role and 5 years of experience in implementing intelligent automation initiatives- Desirable)
• Well-versed in emerging AI technologies, with the ability to translate advancements into practical, real-world solutions.
• Hands-on experience with machine learning and AI frameworks such as LangChain, AutoGen, or similar.
• Capable of transitioning between hands-on technical contributions and strategic leadership, while motivating and bringing out the best in team members.
• Demonstrated ability to perform effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.
• Relevant qualifications or certifications in intelligent automation platforms such as Blue Prism, UiPath, Hyperscience, PEGA, AWS Q, or Microsoft PowerApps are highly regarded.

Why join us?

We’re obsessed with becoming our customers' #1 banking partner for life and we’re looking for people who are passionate about helping us achieve that goal. In return, we’re committed to making Westpac the best place to work in the country. Here are just a few of the ways we’re already doing that:

• Special offers on banking products and discounts from top brands, including generous employee-only mortgage rates!
• Flexible work arrangements to help you achieve a greater work/life balance, and a variety of leave options including Culture, Lifestyle and Wellbeing leave. 
• Tailored learning and development opportunities to help your grow your career within the bank. 
• Lots of opportunities to ‘give back’ to the Community by getting involved in our many volunteering initiatives.

Create your future today

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