Senior Lead EI Software Engineer (Developer)

The Australian Electoral Commission (AEC) is seeking to engage a suitably qualified and experienced Enterprise Integration (EI) Developer Lead to deliver and support a range of ICT projects/programs. The EI Developer Lead will lead a team and oversee projects to develop efficient, scalable, and secure Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) that connect the AEC’s diverse landscape of enterprise applications. The role is responsible for managing complex and sensitive work, under broad direction, utilising expertise across a range of activities relating to the development of software applications. Key duties and responsibilities • Leading and managing a team to ensure high-quality outputs, including building team capability to maintain a high level of expertise and encouraging continuous learning. • Setting clear expectations and conducting regular outcome evaluations. • Fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture to drive excellence and meet project objectives. • Implementing best practices and quality assurance processes to ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of integrations. • Addressing client inquiries, concerns, and issues promptly, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. • Generating reports and metrics to track team performance and project progress. • Ensuring deadlines are consistently met and that a high standard of technical and design documentation is provided. • Making and communicating decisions using professional judgement, evaluating risks in the context of a complex and changing environment. • Contributing to doctrine, election preparation and delivery activities in accordance with the election readiness framework, according to individual accountabilities and responsibilities. • Managing work items as per established Ways of Working, and producing and maintaining appropriate documentation as required. • Performing additional responsibilities as required and directed by the relevant Director/Team Leaders or a delegate. 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. • Proven experience in leading technical teams and managing enterprise integration projects. • Proven ability to communicate with influence, negotiate outcomes and manage complex stakeholder relationships. • Sound knowledge and experience in successfully managing and delivering results within time restraints and with competing priorities. • Demonstrated ability to lead and manage staff while developing capabilities, encouraging continuous learning, and embedding professionalism. • Demonstrated personal drive and integrity whilst achieving results within legislative and budget 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 (will be 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 Desirable criteria 1. • Experience working with Agile Delivery Teams. • Experience using Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe). • Experience working with Microsoft technologies including C#, .NET Core, ASP.NET, MVC, React, Web API, SQL Server. • Experience working with cloud-based software development tools like Azure API gateways, Azure Functions, Azure Data Factory, and Azure Logic Apps. • Knowledge of IDAM tools such as SailPoint and IDAM standards, such as SAML, LDAP, and OAuth. • Knowledge of CI/CD tools like Azure DevOps and GitHub. • Knowledge of integrated security controls in CI/CD pipelines using SAST/DAST tools like Microfocus Fortify. • Relevant tertiary qualifications in Information Technology, Computer Science or a related discipline. Opportunity summary Sellers can submit Up to 1 candidate Number of sellers invited Fewer than 5 Number of candidates submitted Fewer than 10 RFQ closing time 00 Weeks 03 Days 06 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. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the Elders past and present. © Commonwealth of Australia