Associate Software Engineer (Developer)

One of our federal clients is seeking an experienced Associate Software Engineer (Developer) to join the team.

About the role

Software Engineers have experience overseeing software development projects, writing optimised code, and provide technical leadership to a team of software engineers. They are responsible for the quality and functionality of the software produced by their team.

Development professionals design, create, test and document software systems and applications in accordance with agreed development and security standards and processes.

APS5 Software Engineers write and test code and optimise software for speed and capability. They support the design, testing and maintenance of new and existing software systems.

APS5 Software Engineers:

deliver flexible, quality service to improve customer experience

work under the general direction of senior staff to deliver results

make ethical, evidence-based decisions using sound judgement

respond to stakeholder needs and expectations

may have supervisory responsibilities.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Create software and technical designs for the realisation of moderately complex development solutions
• Develop high quality code and long-term maintenance of a product's code base under the supervision of experienced Software Engineers
• Provide go-live support and maintenance for moderately complex developments
• Support analysis, design, software development, prototyping, unit testing and maintenance activities
• Assist with the analysis of technical requirements to support project evaluation with proposed solutions
• Ensure compliance with endorsed software development methodologies
• Identify and escalate ICT issues
• Identify, assess, and escalate risks affecting work area
• Assist with the development of team plans and goals
• Assist with the preparation of draft reports and corporate documentation
• Manage and prioritise own workload to meet business objectives in specified timeframes
• Support the development and delivery of projects within the assigned area of responsibility
• Exercise appropriate delegation in accordance with legislations and guidelines.

Essential criteria

• Programming/software development: Level 2 (SFIA) — Designs, codes, verifies, tests, documents, amends and refactors simple programs/scripts. Applies agreed standards and tools to achieve a well-engineered result. Reviews own work.

Desirable criteria

• Application support: Level 2 (SFIA) — Assists with specified maintenance procedures. Assists in the investigation and resolution of issues relating to applications.

Technical skills, knowledge and qualifications

• The ability to quickly gain in depth knowledge and understanding of:
• Framework, legislation, policies, procedures and information management requirements relevant to the work area
• the agency’s privacy, ethics, workplace health and safety and security protocols
• relevant business systems and tools
• Prior experience within government or similar large-scale organisation.
• Preferred technical skills:
• SAP S/4HANA
• UI5
• ABAP
• Angular
• Node JS

Working arrangements

Hybrid

The Labour Hire Worker is expected to work onsite for the first 6 weeks before a hybrid flexible working arrangement can be considered, unless otherwise negotiated. A hybrid flexible working arrangement may then be considered, ensuring the Labour Hire Worker’s residing address is within reasonable travel time and distance of the RFQ location to present onsite in cases of emergency or to meet business requirements. The location is the capital city of selected state/territory.

Maximum hours: 80 hours per week

Estimated start date: 1 January 2027

Initial contract duration: Up to 12 months

About the organisation

Services Australia is at the frontline of government service delivery, supporting millions of Australians, and is front and centre of a vision to be a world leader in government service delivery. It’s using cutting-edge technology to build world class platforms and capabilities to help Australians get on with their lives.

Application requirements

• Latest copy of your CV
• A suitability statement addressing the skills/experiences.

If you believe you are the right fit, apply today.

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