Java Developer

The AEC is seeking an experienced Java Developer to work within the Chief Information Officer Division. The Java 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. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to the delivery of electoral events and day-to-day operations through an improved maturity of AEC’s systems. The candidate must hold an active NV1 security clearance prior to commencement. Key duties and responsibilities Role will be responsible for, but not limited to:    Appling expertise to enhance and improve existing software, including designing, developing, implementing, and testing software systems, in line with business requirements and software development standards.    Collaboration with other teams, investigate and resolve issues with the operation of an application.    Addressing errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired results are produced.    Performing revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.    Providing a high standard of technical and design documentation.    Assisting in the development of specialist and/or technical expertise to less experienced and more junior developers.    Contributing to project progress reporting and comply with governance processes.    Developing and supporting key internal and external relationships, including managing stakeholders to achieve work area and agency goals.     Making and communicating decisions using good judgement, expertise, and knowledge, governed by legislation, regulations, best practice principles or relevant operating instructions and procedures.    Contributing to doctrine, election preparation, and delivery activities in accordance with the election readiness framework, according to individual accountabilities and responsibilities.    Performing 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.