Senior API Technical

Role/s: 1 x EL1 API Technical Lead The National Disability Insurance Agency, Office of the CIO (NDIA OCIO) is undertaking major work programs to deliver innovative fit-for-need ICT-based solutions to improve the National Disability Insurance Scheme. We are seeking highly skilled and energetic API Technical Lead to join the Office of the CIO (OCIO).  This exciting opportunity will have you working as part of a dynamic and passionate team committed to delivering a better NDIS. This role will play a critical part in the ongoing enhancement and delivery of an API Integration platform which will go live over the coming months. Daily tasks will include the development of APIs and the secure integration of internal and external endpoints as per project goals and industry best practices. This role offers a dynamic environment where creativity and problem-solving skills are valued, providing ample opportunities for professional growth and development. Rate: The proposed rate should reflect candidate's skills and experience against the Evaluation Criteria. Candidates that do not demonstrate these criteria will not be assessed. Candidates should be aware that rates may be negotiated further as part of the selection process. Citizenship: As part of the eligibility and suitability requirement, NDIA seeks Labour Hire Workers who are Australian citizens only. Successful candidates will be required to furnish valid evidence of citizenship during the Pre-engagement Check. Labour Hire Licence: Applicable for ACT, VIC and QLD: Labour hire licences are required in the state that specified personnel are being contracted. Key duties and responsibilities Be a pivotal member of a talented multi-disciplinary scrum team focused on delivery of APIs as part of a new program of work, using Jira & Confluence. Perform technical review of support changes, ensuring best practice methodology is employed and organisational architecture patterns are adhered to. Lead the technical development of the API Gateway, following the principles of the Scheme Digital Platform architecture and roadmap in line with the Project schedule. Hands-on approach in monitoring production environment and providing enhancement with trouble shooting API and integration issues with MuleSoft. Define and implement version control, branching and deployment strategies for APIs. Develop and maintain documentation on processes and configurations for CI/CD automations using CLI tools to deploy application and policies. Document and maintain accurate technical specifications for features and/or system design. Maintain existing APIs and adhere to governance standards. Liaise with testing, development, and operations teams. Ensure integration of internal and external systems using Web services and REST APIs Help build the capability of the team through close collaboration and knowledge sharing with colleagues.  Guide knowledge transfer and training within the team. Provide expertise & perform coding for MuleSoft API. Provide weekly report to the Integration Team Lead as well as the Integration & Data Director via preferred tools. Criteria The buyer has specified that each candidate must provide a response to each criterion. Each response is limited to 3000 characters. Essential criteria 1. Demonstrated experience in designing and developing API Gateway integration solutions. 2. Demonstrated experience in building and working with integration (example REST APIs, Platform Events). 3. Possess current MuleSoft Certified and has a strong knowledge of Mavan 4. Demonstrated effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset with ability to work seamlessly within cross-functional teams, articulating complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. 5. Experience with CICD implementation. 6. Experience working with Source Control tools (e.g. GitLab) & package-based development. Desirable criteria 1. Cloudhub 2 experience 2. Integrating with CIAM 3. Experience with Atlassian Jira, VSCode and DevOps practices. 4. Comfortable with new ways of thinking about accessibility and enthusiastic about accessible design & development will be highly regarded. Opportunity summary Sellers can submit Up to 2 candidates Number of sellers invited Between 5 and 10 Number of candidates submitted Fewer than 10 Send us feedback About Accessibility Privacy Terms of use Disclaimer and copyright An initiative of the Digital Transformation Agency The Australian Government acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and acknowledges their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the Elders past and present. © Commonwealth of Australia