About the job
About Brighte
Brighte works to make consumer energy resources more affordable and accessible. The company’s platform helps speed up the energy transition by making it easier to buy and sell energy equipment while reducing risks and costs. Katherine McConnell, Brighte’s founder and CEO, was named Telstra Businesswoman of the Year in 2020 and won the Sustainability Crusader award at B&T's 2023 Women Leading Tech Awards. Under her leadership, Brighte has earned recognition as an AFR Sustainability Leader in Banking and Finance for 2025 and received the first Sustainability Award at the Affies in 2024.
Role Overview
Brighte is looking for a Junior Systems Developer in Sydney, NSW. This role centers on improving the company’s core financial platform. The position involves close collaboration with internal specialists and the use of AI tools to interpret scripts, build a detailed knowledge base, and help connect modern technology with legacy systems. This is a hands-on opportunity to build technical depth in a system that supports Brighte’s business and to help shape its future.
What You Will Do
- System Support and Development: Work with existing VB and C# code to troubleshoot, resolve issues, and implement improvements. Build a strong understanding of system architecture and data models.
- SQL and Data Management: Write and refine SQL queries to extract and validate financial data. Support Finance and Operations with reporting and address data integrity questions.
- Business and User Interface Insight: Review the system from a user’s perspective to spot ways to improve efficiency and usability. Consider both the reasons behind processes and how they work.
- Documentation: Produce clear, maintainable documentation that explains system behavior, business logic, and investigation findings. Good documentation is a key part of this role.
- Learning and Growth: Expand your understanding of financial topics such as lending, payments, and reconciliation. Tackle challenges beyond assigned tasks and adapt as Brighte incorporates new AI tools.
What Brighte Looks For
- Basic knowledge of software development, especially in VB and C#.
- Experience with SQL and a genuine interest in data management.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
- Strong analytical skills and a collaborative approach.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.

