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Senior Software Engineer


Company : Whizdom


Location : Barton, Australian Capital Territory


Created : 2025-03-22


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Whizdom Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia Senior Software Engineer Whizdom Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants The Client: The Department 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. Its using cutting-edge technology to build world class platforms and capabilities to help Australians get on with their lives. The services required will enable the agency to supplement its existing ICT and digital workforce to ensure a high quality of technology and digital development for the Buyer with the flexibility to ramp resourcing up and down as needs require. The Role: The role will involve having or the ability to gain knowledge of the Departments software development lifecycle, tools, services, deployment procedures and cyber security policies as well as industry best practices. You will work closely with Software Architects, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, Analysts and Testers with the shared purpose of building simple, helpful, respectful and transparent services for everyday Australians. Key Duties and Responsibilities Lead and create software and technical designs for the realisation of highly complex development solutions. Develop strategy to ensure high quality code and long-term maintenance of a product''s code base. Provide specialist technical advice on software development and maintenance. Lead the release and ensure go-live production support and maintenance for the teams developments. Lead analysis, design, software development, prototyping, unit testing and maintenance activities. Review and undertake high-level analysis of technical requirements to support project evaluation with proposed solutions. Ensure compliance with endorsed software development methodologies. Investigate and resolve highly complex ICT issues. Lead a positive risk management culture. Engage and manage stakeholder relationships and partner with other agencies and service providers to build service delivery capability. Contribute to business and strategic workforce planning, and drive the development of local strategies to improve key performance measures. Manage business objectives and implement strategic priorities to achieve outcomes. Lead the development and delivery of projects within the assigned area of responsibility. Technical Skills Extensive experience in Openshift Development. Location and Contract Term This role is based in ACT, NSW, QLD, SA, VIC. 12-month contract with 2 x 12-month extension option pending budget and delegate approval. Hybrid working arrangements will be considered. Security Requirements Applicants must be Australian Citizens. A baseline security clearance is required. How to Apply Applications close 11 March. Please upload your resume to apply. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks. Please note you may need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates. Call Kelly 0480 002 457 or email kelly@whizdom.com.au for any further information. Seniority Level Mid-Senior level Employment Type Contract Job Function Engineering and Information Technology Industries IT Services and IT Consulting #J-18808-Ljbffr