Job Description
Be part of one of the most innovative companies in Australia with industry leading technology
A place to truly be yourself and thrive in your career from the beginning
Recognised and endorsed as an employer for all women by Work180 – ranking within the top 101 workplaces for 2026
About Us
At Sportsbet, we’re united behind our purpose to Bring Excitement to Life for over 2.4 million customers. We do this by delivering fun, challenging the status quo, and living our values. As part of the global Flutter Group, we’re a major player internationally—but in Melbourne, Sydney and Darwin, we’re a tight‑knit team of 1,300+ teammates (with over half in Tech & Data Science).
Our commitment to responsible gambling is genuine and demonstrated through the wide range of responsible gambling initiatives and tools. We’re proud to be the leaders in responsible gambling in our industry, not just locally, but globally.
We are one of the top workplaces for Women through WORK180. WORK180 is a leading platform that independently assesses employers on policies, benefits and practices that support women and underrepresented groups at work. We remain committed to making Sportsbet the best place to work and encourage you to explore our employer profile on the WORK180 website to learn more about what we offer.
About The Role
Reporting into the Head of Technology within the Generosity Value Stream, you’ll be responsible for leading the delivery execution of model experiments and Gen Platform outcomes aligned to Model Driven Generosity (MDG). The MDG initiatives focus on enhancing customer experiences through personalised offers and innovative strategies.
You’ll lead a cross‑functional delivery team, enable strong agile ways of working, and partner closely with product, data, and technology stakeholders to deliver value at pace while balancing platform health and long‑term sustainability.
This role is a 12-month Fixed-term opportunity.
Responsibilities Include:
Lead and own delivery outcomes for a cross‑functional team, ensuring alignment to MDG objectives and project goals.
Enable and evolve agile ways of working, facilitating ceremonies and empowering teams to self‑manage.
Manage backlogs, delivery plans, risks, dependencies, and release coordination.
Provide clear delivery insights and progress updates to stakeholders across Technology, Product, and Data.
Remove impediments and support teams to make effective delivery commitments.
Partner with other Engineering Managers and leaders to drive cross‑team collaboration and continuous improvement.
About You
While we are big on development and offer on the job training, we want to set you up for success.
You’re a delivery‑focused engineering leader who thrives in complex, fast‑moving environments. You’re comfortable working with ambiguity, confident leading cross‑functional teams, and passionate about agile, value‑driven delivery. You build strong relationships and bring a strong sense of ownership and accountability to everything you do.
What You Will Bring
Proven experience leading delivery or engineering teams in agile, high‑volume environments.
Strong delivery leadership and management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and stakeholder expectations, driving people to the right outcomes.
An agile mindset, with hands‑on experience facilitating ceremonies and championing agile practices.
Ability to communicate complex technical and delivery concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders.
Understanding of engineering excellence principles and balancing delivery with platform sustainability.
The Perks
We work hard and play hard, so along with a competitive salary and generous performance-based bonus for permanent staff members, here’s some of our other perks:
25 days annual leave (that’s right, an additional week’s leave!)
Hybrid working policy (Monday and Friday from home) and a $1,050 home office allowance for new starters.
Industry leading Parental Leave support program with 26 weeks paid leave for Primary Carers and no wait time. We also have a progressive return to work benefit for your first 6 months back: come back for 3 days, get paid for 4; come back for 4 days, get paid for 5.
Hack Days - where your creativity and collaborative ideas lead to exciting new ideas and projects for our customers.
Access to outstanding career development programs, including expert-led internal training and external learning opportunities (staff allowance for personal development)
Weekly concierge service including free massages and nail appointments – all onsite in our Melbourne office!
Free breakfast, daily fresh fruit and weekly rotating socials, from Thursday office drinks to fun team events
End of trip facilities with onsite table tennis and pool tables
Discounted health insurance and free flu jabs yearly.
We review applications within the first two weeks, so apply now! Check out our Instagram and TikTok (@lifeatsportsbet), LinkedIn, and careers website for more information about our inclusive culture.
Our Focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
We don’t just support diversity – we celebrate it! This is a workplace where you can thrive and feel safe to bring your whole authentic self to work.
What’s the Green Tick Feeling?
Well, it’s different for everyone, yet unites us all. It’s the feeling you get when you succeed, no matter what success looks like to you. It's all the little and big things that make you feel like you’re thriving when working at Sportsbet.
We’re an inclusive employer who welcomes you for who you are, as you are – so, if you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We also know flex means different things to different people, so let us know how we can support you to be your best.
If you think you’d be a great fit but don’t necessarily meet everything in the job description, please still get in touch.
Ready to bring excitement to life? Apply now
A place to truly be yourself and thrive in your career from the beginning
Recognised and endorsed as an employer for all women by Work180 – ranking within the top 101 workplaces for 2026
About Us
At Sportsbet, we’re united behind our purpose to Bring Excitement to Life for over 2.4 million customers. We do this by delivering fun, challenging the status quo, and living our values. As part of the global Flutter Group, we’re a major player internationally—but in Melbourne, Sydney and Darwin, we’re a tight‑knit team of 1,300+ teammates (with over half in Tech & Data Science).
Our commitment to responsible gambling is genuine and demonstrated through the wide range of responsible gambling initiatives and tools. We’re proud to be the leaders in responsible gambling in our industry, not just locally, but globally.
We are one of the top workplaces for Women through WORK180. WORK180 is a leading platform that independently assesses employers on policies, benefits and practices that support women and underrepresented groups at work. We remain committed to making Sportsbet the best place to work and encourage you to explore our employer profile on the WORK180 website to learn more about what we offer.
About The Role
Reporting into the Head of Technology within the Generosity Value Stream, you’ll be responsible for leading the delivery execution of model experiments and Gen Platform outcomes aligned to Model Driven Generosity (MDG). The MDG initiatives focus on enhancing customer experiences through personalised offers and innovative strategies.
You’ll lead a cross‑functional delivery team, enable strong agile ways of working, and partner closely with product, data, and technology stakeholders to deliver value at pace while balancing platform health and long‑term sustainability.
This role is a 12-month Fixed-term opportunity.
Responsibilities Include:
Lead and own delivery outcomes for a cross‑functional team, ensuring alignment to MDG objectives and project goals.
Enable and evolve agile ways of working, facilitating ceremonies and empowering teams to self‑manage.
Manage backlogs, delivery plans, risks, dependencies, and release coordination.
Provide clear delivery insights and progress updates to stakeholders across Technology, Product, and Data.
Remove impediments and support teams to make effective delivery commitments.
Partner with other Engineering Managers and leaders to drive cross‑team collaboration and continuous improvement.
About You
While we are big on development and offer on the job training, we want to set you up for success.
You’re a delivery‑focused engineering leader who thrives in complex, fast‑moving environments. You’re comfortable working with ambiguity, confident leading cross‑functional teams, and passionate about agile, value‑driven delivery. You build strong relationships and bring a strong sense of ownership and accountability to everything you do.
What You Will Bring
Proven experience leading delivery or engineering teams in agile, high‑volume environments.
Strong delivery leadership and management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and stakeholder expectations, driving people to the right outcomes.
An agile mindset, with hands‑on experience facilitating ceremonies and championing agile practices.
Ability to communicate complex technical and delivery concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders.
Understanding of engineering excellence principles and balancing delivery with platform sustainability.
The Perks
We work hard and play hard, so along with a competitive salary and generous performance-based bonus for permanent staff members, here’s some of our other perks:
25 days annual leave (that’s right, an additional week’s leave!)
Hybrid working policy (Monday and Friday from home) and a $1,050 home office allowance for new starters.
Industry leading Parental Leave support program with 26 weeks paid leave for Primary Carers and no wait time. We also have a progressive return to work benefit for your first 6 months back: come back for 3 days, get paid for 4; come back for 4 days, get paid for 5.
Hack Days - where your creativity and collaborative ideas lead to exciting new ideas and projects for our customers.
Access to outstanding career development programs, including expert-led internal training and external learning opportunities (staff allowance for personal development)
Weekly concierge service including free massages and nail appointments – all onsite in our Melbourne office!
Free breakfast, daily fresh fruit and weekly rotating socials, from Thursday office drinks to fun team events
End of trip facilities with onsite table tennis and pool tables
Discounted health insurance and free flu jabs yearly.
We review applications within the first two weeks, so apply now! Check out our Instagram and TikTok (@lifeatsportsbet), LinkedIn, and careers website for more information about our inclusive culture.
Our Focus on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
We don’t just support diversity – we celebrate it! This is a workplace where you can thrive and feel safe to bring your whole authentic self to work.
What’s the Green Tick Feeling?
Well, it’s different for everyone, yet unites us all. It’s the feeling you get when you succeed, no matter what success looks like to you. It's all the little and big things that make you feel like you’re thriving when working at Sportsbet.
We’re an inclusive employer who welcomes you for who you are, as you are – so, if you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We also know flex means different things to different people, so let us know how we can support you to be your best.
If you think you’d be a great fit but don’t necessarily meet everything in the job description, please still get in touch.
Ready to bring excitement to life? Apply now
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Engineering Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the Back Office Jobs sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Back Office Jobs is a plus.
