1 Principal Developer

This Tender is invited by the Issuer. Overview The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is seeking 1 x EL2 Lead Developer (Labour Hire) to lead the design, development and operation of the digital platform services and consumer APIs that power the NDIA's web applications, portals and mobile applications. The Role The Lead Backend API Developer will provide technical leadership for the API platform that connects digital channels with enterprise systems, including Salesforce and MuleSoft-based integrations, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, reliable and aligned with long-term architecture objectives. Working closely with architects, frontend development teams, platform engineers, Salesforce teams and integration specialists, the successful candidate will establish engineering standards, guide technical decision-making and mentor developers while remaining actively involved in solution delivery. The role will also drive the adoption of modern engineering practices, including AI-assisted software development, automated testing, cloud-native architectures and continuous delivery approaches. Role Requirements 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. Applicable for ACT, VIC and QLD: labour hire licences are required in the state that specified personnel are being contracted. Instructions to Respondents The proposed rate should reflect the 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. Tender Briefing A supplier briefing will be held for this role. Date: Thursday 10 September Meeting details will be posted in the "Q&A" section of the RFQ for invited Sellers only.