Information Technology
Within the Suncorp Group, the IT function is called Business Technology (BT) to emphasise the close relationships between our business lines and technology. BT delivers quality technical solutions that provide competitive advantage across the Suncorp Group. With approximately 1,400 people based in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Wellington and Auckland, we are one of Australia's largest in-house IT teams.
IT is pivotal to everything we do at Suncorp. We work collaboratively with our business colleagues to design and deliver innovative solutions that meet our customers' current and future needs.
From providing essential cutting edge security technology to our banking customers, we are committed to effective technical solutions.
Investing in the right technology is investing in our future
We combine a mixture of existing and new technologies to deliver value to our customers. We are continually exploring new technologies and better ways to do business while remaining aware of the need to maintain stable and secure IT systems that deliver our core business systems.
We utilise a vast array of technologies. We host on JBOSS, WebSphere and WebLogic and develop applications using J2EE.NET, C# and more. Our infrastructure department maintains a range of platforms including LINUX, WINTEL, AIX, mobile technologies and the latest IP telephony systems.
Living Agile?
Through the implementation of AGILE principles, Suncorp BT promotes simple, quick and flexible working practices, creating a culture where we promote collaboration and communication across BT and with the business. It's about creating an environment where people work together to learn, innovate and succeed.
To assist our people in adopting AGILE, Suncorp BT has partnered with AGILE thought leaders and educational institutions to create a world first AGILE curriculum that offers training in AGILE-related development, project management, delivery, architecture and leadership disciplines.
AGILE practices have enabled BT to become truly integrated with our business and foster a culture of innovation across the Suncorp Group. Working with all our business partners is the key to achieving success.
Information Technology Graduate Development
To help you actively build your performance our development program will offer:
- A tailored Career Development Plan
- Continual learning with access to E-learning, Agile Training and leadership pathways
- Opportunities in a diverse range of technologies and access to technology pathways
- A leadership team which encourages innovation and listens to your ideas and initiatives
- A Mentor who will help guide your transition into the corporate environment, challenge your thinking and support your career development
- A Buddy to help you 'learn the ropes'. They'll help you to understand your role, meet new people and find out important things like where to go for lunch
- Graduate collaboration projects and forums
- Suncorp Business Community Events
Choose from one of the roles below
On application, as an Information technology graduate you will need to choose your focus upfront:
Business Analyst: As a BA within Suncorp you will experience varied project based work as the face of our technical teams, liaising with a wide range of stakeholders across the business to understand their project requirements and using your advanced documentation skills to translate that into technical specifications.
Business Analyst (Security): In addition to the description above your focus in this role will include creating and updating IT security policies, developing architectures, assisting projects and other business areas with resolving security concerns, and having fun preparing and implementing security awareness activities.
Software Developer: As a software developer you will have the opportunity to write the code for some of Suncorp’s critical applications, such as online banking and claims processing, written primarily within the J2EE suite. Using your natural aptitude for coding, you will work within an Agile methodology to take your applications through the full life cycle.
Software Developer (Security): In addition to the description above one of your main focus areas in this role will be to promote application security in our development community. You will also be developing and maintaining applications that protect information and assets from unauthorised activities or individuals. You will collect and analyse data on security incidents which will form the basis for your development work.
Systems Engineer: Our systems engineers engage closely with the business as they provide a really broad range of analytical and engineering duties primarily covering platform support/maintenance, customer incident and work order engagements as well as systems rollouts/implementations.
Test Analyst: Our testers are some of the best in the business and as part of an iterative Agile development environment this role acts as an advocate of everything quality. You will be committed to delivering exceptional quality software by testing requirements and specifications for incorrect or incomplete information by developing and implementing best practice test plans, test objectives and test scheduling.
Program Duration
2 year program
Locations
Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne
Sure, we want to talk to graduates who've had academic success, but we're also interested in your contribution to the community and past experience.
You'll be details focussed with effective time management skills to meet delivery deadlines. A drive to engage in further learning, coupled with good problem solving and analysis skills will ensure your success. Above all you must have strong communication skills and the ability to use your interpersonal style to establish and develop relationships.
Graduates with qualifications in the following disciplines will be considered favourably:
- Software Engineering
- Computer Science
- Information Management
- Information Technology
- Corporate Systems Management
We encourage individuals with dual degree and post graduate qualifications to apply.
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Name: | Chris |
| Degree: | Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Science in Information Technology | |
| Majors: | Software Engineering / Accounting | |
| Role: | Software Engineer |
Why did you join Suncorp and the Graduate Program?
Suncorp’s graduate program was different from the others available to me at the time as it allowed me to concentrate on being in a developer role throughout the program instead of rotating between different roles. This way I was able to concentrate on what I like doing best, and therefore focus on developing my programming skills. Suncorp is also a large company which owns many brands, which would give me the opportunity to work on lots of interesting projects across several industries.
Is life at Suncorp everything you thought it would be?
It is actually better than I expected. The IT department demonstrates a lot of forward thinking, taking up open source and Agile across the organisation whilst many other big companies still haven’t to this day. This way I’ve been given lots of opportunities to work with the latest technologies and grow my skills as a Java developer.
What have you been up to since you joined?
Since I’ve joined I have been part of creating GIO’s & InsureMyRide’s CTP online transactional websites using the Spring 3 framework, a mobile ATM locator in Augmented Reality, mobile web apps for several insurance brands and other applications in Java & PHP as well as Drupal.
I am one of those people that like to come up with many ideas and prototype them, and my peers have been very encouraging in letting me do this. This has allowed me to work on many innovative initiatives with the business and marketing which has made my journey lots of fun.
What's the best thing that's happened to you since you've been at Suncorp?
Being able to help turn an idea I had, the mobile Augmented Reality ATM locator, into an actual product that Suncorp customers use. The journey led me to meet people from banking in Brisbane all the way to the Chief Information Officer where I had the opportunity to demonstrate to him my prototype, and all this within just 2 months since I’ve joined.
What are some of the challenges you have faced?
Coming straight from UTS into an enterprise level role in software engineering was quite a difficult transition. The level of knowledge they taught me at University was not near enough to take on such a role, but the help I got from my colleagues was exceptional and I was able to learn within 6 months enough for me to take on my own tasks to complete. Being able to pair with other developers, as well as being sent to several courses in Agile were just some other ways I was able to learn how to do my job well.
In three words, how would you describe your team?
Friendly, collaborative and innovative.
Where do you see yourself within Suncorp in 3 years time?
I see myself in a technical leadership role in the innovation and emerging technologies space, using technology as an enabler for providing the best possible solutions to Suncorp’s customers.
How is the Suncorp Graduate Program preparing you for your future?
I am now able to be a contributing member of a team that can deliver enterprise level software solutions and am getting closer to one day have the ability to lead others in doing so as well.
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Name: | Alexandra |
| Degree: | Bachelor of Information Technology / Bachelor of Education (Secondary) | |
| Majors: | Information Systems | |
| Role: | Business Analyst |
Why did you join Suncorp and the Graduate Program?
I joined Suncorp due to the approachable nature of all staff members. There is a true community spirit that surrounds every building and team you visit. Everyone is interested in helping each other and encouraging positive values.
Is life at Suncorp everything you thought it would be?
Life at Suncorp has exceeded my expectations because in a single year it has provided me with an atmosphere where I have discussions with some of the most influential business men and women in my area, I have had the opportunity to help the community through charity work, but most importantly I have made friends as well as work colleagues.
What have you been up to since you joined?
My first role in Suncorp was testing and ensuring data quality on the Customer Data Integration Hub Project. After I had a good taste of project life I then moved into a team where I had the opportunity to experience a Business Analyst role running initiatives with other graduates. As I was enjoying my role as a Business Analyst, I decided to stay focused on this career path; working on one of the Suncorp group's largest business critical projects, where I am given the opportunity to expand my tools, techniques and skills as a BA.
What's the best thing that's happened to you since you've been at Suncorp?
I was given the opportunity to step out of my comfort zone and become the point of contact for the Data Quality stream on a large customer data project. Although it was a little unnerving - I was supported, mentored and guided through the experience. It was a chance I leapt into and didn't look back.
What are some of the challenges you have faced?
Some of the challenges I have faced include presenting showcases to senior stakeholders and executives; and eliciting requirements with business experts on programs I have never heard of. Although both of these memories seemed daunting at the time I learnt good lessons from each.
In three words, how would you describe your team?
Welcoming, Compassionate, Partners
Where do you see yourself within Suncorp in 3 years time?
I see myself as an experienced Business Analyst sharing my learnings with the new group of graduates that will be joining us.
How is/did the Suncorp Graduate Program preparing you for your future?
The greatest opportunity that the Suncorp Graduate Program provides is the chance to network with everyone across the Group, as well as support for my personal development. I have made friends, workmates and mentors, throughout my rotations on the program, which I will have into the future. As well as the people, the program has helped me gain experience that I will value and appreciate throughout my future in any career I may choose. All of the rotations I have undertaken have not only enhanced my work skill-set and working abilities in a team environment, but have also given me the opportunity to challenge and succeed as an individual.