Mainframe 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 successful candidate must hold an active NV1 security clearance prior to commencement. Key duties and responsibilities Role 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. Criteria The buyer has specified that each candidate must provide a one page pitch to address all criteria specified. This is equal to 5000 characters. Essential criteria 1. • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain high quality, robust and scalable enterprise level software solutions using ADABAS Natural. • Knowledge and experience in successfully setting priorities and delivering quality results on time and on budget. • Proven ability to communicate effectively whilst anticipating stakeholder needs and expectations across a geographically dispersed network. • Proven analytical abilities with the ability to propose and facilitate change and contribute to business improvement strategies. • Ability to manage staff while developing capabilities, encouraging career development and promoting professionalism. • Demonstrated personal integrity whilst achieving results within legislative and policy parameters. 2. To be considered compliant, submissions need to be provided in 1 PDF Document including: Page 1 - a completed copy of the AEC Candidate Submission Guide provided as part of the industry brief (Emailed to the listed BuyICT contact address upon RFQ publication): • Provide information for the following items: Candidate Name, Position Title, Opportunity ID, Candidate Availability, Location, Citizenship Status, Security Clearance Level, Planned Leave (exceeding 1 week), Additional Engagements, Submitting Consultant. • Choose an item or check the box that applies to the following options: Previous AEC Employee or Contractor, Current AEC Contractor, Code of Conduct, Submission History, Authority to Represent, Submission Compliancy. • Consultant comments may be added (must be limited to the space provided). Page 2 - A one-page pitch addressing the selection criteria. This should not exceed one page. Pages 3 - 5 - A resume of no more than three pages. We will strictly adhere to the above requirements. Submissions will be deemed non-compliant if they do not meet the listed criteria, if they exceed the 5-page limit or if the rates of submitted candidates are included in the PDF. Desirable criteria 1. • Relevant qualifications in information technology. • Expertise in Natural software version upgrades and NaturalOne editor • Experience with SAS Programming and/or PostScript, including troubleshooting document rendering, managing print streams, and supporting enterprise output systems. • Knowledge of, or ability to, quickly gain knowledge of Australian electoral law and practice • Knowledge of, or ability to, quickly gain knowledge of the Commonwealth frameworks, including ICT frameworks Opportunity summary Sellers can submit Up to 2 candidates Number of sellers invited Between 5 and 10 Number of candidates submitted Fewer than 10 RFQ closing time 01 Weeks 01 Days 00 Hours 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. 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