Software Developer – LDaCA Indigenous Language Project

About the role

The LDaCA Project seeks a Software Developer to lead the creation of sustainable systems for managing and sharing Indigenous language data across a national research infrastructure. You will work closely with researchers, community partners, and technical teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications that support Indigenous language data collection, storage, and dissemination.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to define technical requirements and ensure alignment with cultural protocols.
• Implement best practices for code quality, testing, and documentation.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers.
• Travel occasionally to Alice Springs and Batchelor campuses for stakeholder meetings and on‑site coordination.

Required profile

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field.
• Demonstrated experience leading software development projects.
• Strong problem‑solving abilities and capacity to work independently or within a team.
• Commitment to ethical handling of Indigenous data and cultural sensitivity.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package ranging from $141,028 to $151,536 AUD per annum.
• Flexible work arrangements – onsite, remote or hybrid, based on negotiation.
• Opportunity to contribute to a nationally significant research initiative.