Application Engineer

Southern Cross University; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 124,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Cross University seeks an experienced Application Engineer to design, develop and deliver complex enterprise applications supporting teaching, learning and operations. You will modernise applications, connect critical systems and build scalable integrations across platforms such as TechnologyOne, Blackboard and Microsoft Dynamics.

Join a Technology Services team focused on digital transformation, solution delivery, and technical leadership.

Qualifications

• Relevant IT qualifications and ideally 5+ years development experience.
• Proficiency in .NET, React/TypeScript, Azure and modern UX/UI frameworks.
• Experience with APIs, enterprise integrations and application architecture.
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD, automate testing, TDD and SOLID principles.
• Experience in Agile delivery, code reviews and technical mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Designing and delivering complex enterprise applications and integrations.
• Connecting platforms including TechnologyOne, Blackboard and Dynamics amongst others.
• Building automation solutions that improve university-wide processes.
• Leading technical design, development standards and solution delivery.
• Mentoring developers and driving innovation across application engineering.

Skills

.NET

React/TypeScript

Azure

APIs

CI/CD

TDD

SOLID principles

Agile

Code reviews

Mentoring

Education

IT qualifications

Tools

TechnologyOne

Blackboard

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Microservices

Job description

At Southern Cross University, we do things differently, and so can you.

A career with us is more than you might expect. Yes, it’s about the heart, connectedness and community you’d hope for in a regional university. But there’s also so much more. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper, focused learning experience and our research is deeply connected to our regions, making a difference on a global scale. This is your chance to help us build something new and meaningful for our students, our communities and your career. To drive change, make a real impact, and thrive in a place as unique as you.

You can be good anywhere. Here, you can be great.

Your opportunity

We're seeking an experienced Application Engineer to design, develop and deliver complex enterprise applications that support the University's teaching, learning and business operations.

Working within Technology Services, you'll play a key role in modernising applications, connecting critical systems and improving how information and processes flow across the University. You'll work with platforms such as TechnologyOne, Blackboard and Microsoft Dynamics, developing sophisticated integrations, automation and scalable solutions that support both academic and administrative functions.

This is an opportunity to combine hands‑on engineering with technical leadership, influencing solution design, development standards and emerging technologies. You'll collaborate with specialists across the University, contribute to major digital transformation initiatives and help build the next generation of enterprise applications.

You will make an impact by:

• Designing and delivering complex enterprise applications and integrations
• Connecting platforms including TechnologyOne, Blackboard and Dynamics amongst others
• Building automation solutions that improve university-wide processes
• Leading technical design, development standards and solution delivery
• Mentoring developers and driving innovation across application engineering

What you will bring

You'll be an experienced application engineer or senior developer with strong technical expertise in designing, building and integrating enterprise applications. You'll understand how to translate complex business requirements into secure, scalable and maintainable solutions, with hands‑on capability across modern development frameworks and cloud technologies.

You'll bring a collaborative approach to technical leadership, confidently working with stakeholders, guiding other developers and solving complex integration challenges. Experience with enterprise platforms such as TechnologyOne or Blackboard will be particularly valuable, especially within higher education or similarly complex organisations.

To succeed in this role, you will also need:

• Relevant IT qualifications and ideally 5+ years development experience
• Proficiency in .NET, React/TypeScript, Azure and modern UX/UI frameworks
• Experience with APIs, enterprise integrations and application architecture
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD, automate testing, TDD and SOLID principles
• Experience in Agile delivery, code reviews and technical mentoring

Experience with TechnologyOne, Blackboard, Microsoft Dynamics 365, microservices or enterprise architecture patterns will be highly regarded. Relevant certifications, particularly Microsoft Azure or enterprise platform certifications will also be advantageous.

Why Southern Cross University

SCU is proudly a regional university, young, small and vibrant. That means you’ll find more exposure, opportunity and ownership - to grow, achieve and build a career that means more. And you’ll do it alongside passionate people and leaders who go the extra mile to help you succeed.A career with us is about more than just work. It’s about place, community and the life you want to live. With three main campuses at the Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour and the Northern Rivers region of NSW, we’re integral to all these wonderful communities. Find your place and be more in this beautiful part of the world.

Your opportunity is:

• Full-time, continuing (permanent)
• Located at either Gold Coast, QLD 4225, or Lismore, NSW 2480. Relocation assistance is available, making it easier to join our regional communities
• HEW Level 8. The base salary ranges from $124,379 - $137,149 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $160,464.

You will enjoy a range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, growth and work-life balance. For more information on our benefits and what it’s like to work at SCU, visit Why work at Southern Cross University?

Be more with Southern Cross University today

Southern Cross University celebrates the rich diversity of our regions and international community. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values people of all backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure every candidate can fully participate.For any support through the recruitment process reach out to ****@scu.edu.au.