Senior Software Engineer (EL1) - Brisbane

About the role

A frontline Federal Government client is seeking Senior Software Engineers (EL1 level) to lead software development projects, write optimised code and provide technical leadership to a team of software engineers. The role covers the quality and functionality of the software produced by the team, in line with agreed development and security standards. The estimated start date is 1 January 2027, on a 12-month initial contract with extension terms up to 24 months.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and create software and technical designs for complex development solutions, and develop strategy for high-quality code and long-term maintenance of the code base.
• Lead analysis, design, prototyping, unit testing and maintenance activities, and review technical requirements to support project evaluation.
• Lead the release and ensure go-live production support and maintenance for the team's developments.
• Investigate and resolve highly complex ICT issues and ensure compliance with endorsed software development methodologies.
• Manage stakeholder relationships, partner with other agencies and service providers, and contribute to business and strategic workforce planning.
• Prepare reports, briefs and corporate documentation, perform cost analysis where required, and lead the development and delivery of projects.
• Manage staff through coaching, capability development, performance management and health and well-being support, and exercise appropriate delegation.

Required profile

• Senior level (EL1 equivalent); prior experience in government or a similar large-scale organisation.
• Australian citizen able to obtain a baseline security clearance.
• Ability to make ethical, evidence-based decisions and to work under the broad direction of senior staff.
• Knowledge of frameworks, legislation, policies, procedures and information management requirements, and of the agency's privacy, ethics, workplace health and safety and security protocols.

Required skills

• Preferred: SAP S/4HANA, UI5, ABAP, Angular, Node.js.
• Level 5 SFIA capabilities in emerging technology monitoring, methods and tools, programming/software development, release and deployment, software configuration, software design, specialist advice and systems design.

Working arrangements are hybrid; the worker is expected to work onsite for the first 6 weeks, after which a hybrid arrangement may be considered depending on residence and business needs. Candidates must submit a one-page pitch covering all criteria.