APS5 Associate Software Engineer (Developer)

Software Engineers have experience overseeing software development projects, writing optimised code, and provide technical leadership to a team of software engineers. They are responsible for the quality and functionality of the software produced by their team. Development professionals design, create, test and document software systems and applications in accordance with agreed development and security standards and processes. APS5 Software Engineers write and test code and optimise software for speed and capability. They support the design, testing and maintenance of new and existing software systems.  APS5 Software Engineers: deliver flexible, quality service to improve customer experience work under the general direction of senior staff to deliver results make ethical, evidence-based decisions using sound judgement respond to stakeholder needs and expectations may have supervisory responsibilities.  Key duties and responsibilities Duties may include some or all of the following: Create software and technical designs for the realisation of moderately complex development solutions Develop high quality code and long-term maintenance of a product's code base under the supervision of experienced Software Engineers Provide go-live support and maintenance for moderately complex developments Support analysis, design, software development, prototyping, unit testing and maintenance activities Assist with the analysis of technical requirements to support project evaluation with proposed solutions  Ensure compliance with endorsed software development methodologies Identify and escalate ICT issues Identify, assess, and escalate risks affecting work area Assist with the development of team plans and goals Assist with the preparation of draft reports and corporate documentation Manage and prioritise own workload to meet business objectives in specified timeframes Support the development and delivery of projects within the assigned area of responsibility Exercise appropriate delegation in accordance with legislations and guidelines. KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS The ability to quickly gain in depth knowledge and understanding of: Framework, legislation, policies, procedures and information management requirements relevant to the work area the agency’s privacy, ethics, workplace health and safety and security protocols relevant business systems and tools Prior experience within government or similar large-scale organisation. 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. Programming/software development: Level 2 (SFIA) Designs, codes, verifies, tests, documents, amends and refactors simple programs/scripts. Applies agreed standards and tools to achieve a well-engineered result. Reviews own work. Desirable criteria 1. Application support: Level 2 (SFIA) Assists with specified maintenance procedures. Assists in the investigation and resolution of issues relating to applications. Opportunity summary Sellers can submit Up to 4 candidates Number of sellers invited Between 5 and 10 Number of candidates submitted Fewer than 10 RFQ closing time 02 Weeks 00 Days 12 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