1 Principal Software Engineer
Tender Overview
About this tender
This Tender is invited by the Issuer. Overview The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is seeking a Principal Engineer (EL2) to lead highly complex initiatives that drive quality outcomes across the NDIA. The Role The Principal Engineer operates under broad direction and is expected to: Lead highly complex initiatives that drive quality outcomes across the NDIA Apply a high level of autonomy and expertise to advanced problem-solving and issue management within the organisation's core functions Make strategic decisions and provide high-level advice and support to senior leadership Collaborate closely with key business stakeholders and the local full-stack team to support and enhance project development within the NDIA Manage critical internal and external stakeholder relationships Represent and negotiate on behalf of the NDIA to promote the agency's objectives across various forums
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