Minimum of 1 Principal Java Software Engineer (Developer)

Closes in 13 daysSubmission deadline: 02 November 2026, 11:59 PM Australia/Sydney

About this tender

This Tender is invited by the Issuer. Overview Services Australia is seeking a minimum of 1 Principal Java Software Engineer (Developer). The Role The role includes: Leading an Agile multidisciplinary team (MDT) Supporting and guiding junior and mid-level development staff, applying coding standards and ensuring consistent practices are followed Inspiring flexible, quality modern customer service Operating with a high level of autonomy and working under the broad guidance of senior staff Making ethical, evidence-based decisions using sound judgement Developing and managing strategic relationships with stakeholders Leading the design, development and delivery of Java based solutions within Services Australia technical environments and systems Designing, building, testing and supporting technical outcomes across the Governmental SDLC Owning delivery outcomes Role Requirements Experience overseeing software development projects, writing optimised code, and providing technical leadership to a team of software engineers Responsible for the quality and functionality of the software produced by their team Able to design, create, test and document software systems and applications in accordance with agreed development and security standards and processes Experience overseeing large and complex software development projects and providing technical leadership to their team or teams Able to drive software planning, development and construction activities Accountable for the resolution of complex issues within development and production environments Able to oversee the quality and functionality of software, ensuring adherence to relevant standards, guidelines and methods for system development Enquiries Buyer contact: ICT.PANEL.DMP@servicesaustralia.gov.au

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