Mainframe Software Engineer (Developer)

The Mainframe Developer supports the Team Leader in the day-to-day development, maintenance, enhancement, and support of applications in the AEC’s ICT environment, including participating in section planning for short term tasks and contributing to strategic planning for longer term initiatives. The role is responsible for undertaking work that is moderately complex to complex and/or sensitive in nature, under limited direction, utilising expertise and knowledge in designing software applications to meet the AEC’s needs. The candidate must hold an Negative Vetting Level 1 security clearance prior to commencement. Key duties and responsibilities The Mainframe Developer will be responsible for, but not limited to: Apply expertise to enhance and improve existing software, including designing, developing, implementing and testing software systems, in line with business requirements and software development standards.In collaboration with other teams, investigate and resolve issues with the operation of an application.Address errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired results are produced.Perform revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.Provide a high standard of technical and design documentation.Assist in the development of specialist and/or technical expertise to less experienced and more junior developers.Contribute to project progress reporting and comply with governance processes.Develop and support key internal and external relationships, including managing stakeholders to achieve work area and agency goals.Make and communicate decisions using good judgement, expertise and knowledge, governed by legislation, regulations, best practice principles or relevant operating instructions and procedures.Contribute to doctrine, election preparation and delivery activities in accordance with the election readiness framework, according to individual accountabilities and responsibilities.Perform additional duties or assume responsibility of functions as directed from time to time.The volume of duties may increase significantly during peak operational periods, including electoral events and other time-critical activities. There may be a requirement to work outside of standard business hours to meet operational priorities and delivery requirements.