2 Senior Software Engineer (Developer)
Tender Overview
About this tender
This Tender is invited by the Issuer. Overview The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry's Digital Business Division is seeking Senior Software Engineers (Developers) to support the development, maintenance, and enhancement of its digital platforms and products. About The Digital Business Division (DBD) is the custodian of the customer experience, ensuring seamless, secure, and trusted interactions for agricultural trade and biosecurity. From permits, audits, and certifications to declarations and compliance checks, DBD's platforms and products are where industry and government connect. This work is about more than technology; it is about trust, with customers and staff relying on simple, reliable services that support their roles and their ability to compete in global markets. Purpose The purpose of the division is to deliver digital and data services that make agricultural cross border trade and travel easier, safer, and stronger for Australia. Every member of the division, regardless of role or location, contributes to that mission. Objectives Unifying and modernising systems Building re-usable digital capabilities to give customers a unified service experience, one place to get what they need from government, anytime, anywhere Simplifying complexity so industry can spend less time on paperwork and more time growing, producing, and trading The Role The department is seeking multiple Software Developers across a range of technology stacks and disciplines. These roles are vital in continuing to build, maintain, and enhance mission-critical export and import systems used by millions of Australians. Enquiries Buyer contact: Digital Business Division, DBDProcurement@aff.gov.au
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