EL1 Senior Software Engineer

Onpoint 365; Canberra; On-site; AUD 107,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Onpoint 365 is seeking a Senior Technical Lead to drive the design, development, and delivery of complex digital solutions within a large, dynamic environment in Canberra. You will guide technical teams through the full SDLC, delivering secure, scalable technology aligned with organizational priorities.

You will lead architecture reviews, establish engineering standards, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading software development teams.
• Strong technical expertise across software development, design, architecture and application support.
• Proven ability to provide strategic technical advice and influence decisions.
• Experience leading large-scale projects from concept to implementation and support.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including executive-level documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, implementation and maintenance of complex software solutions.
• Provide expert technical leadership and guidance across development and delivery activities.
• Establish and promote best-practice software engineering standards, frameworks and methodologies.
• Oversee solution architecture, design reviews and code quality assurance.
• Lead release planning, production deployments and ongoing support activities.
• Analyze complex technical requirements and develop scalable solutions.
• Investigate and resolve critical technical issues and system challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance performance and maintainability.
• Manage technical risks and foster a risk-aware culture.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders, vendors and partners.
• Contribute to strategic planning and technology roadmaps.
• Prepare technical reports and project documentation.

Skills

Technical leadership

Software architecture

Stakeholder management

Strategic technical direction

Project delivery

Executive communication

Job description

Location

QLD, ACT, VIC

Duration

12 months with up to 24 months extension

Rate

$78 - $87

Clearance

Baseline

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Senior Technical Lead to drive the design, development, and delivery of complex digital solutions within a large and dynamic environment. This leadership role is responsible for guiding technical teams through the full software development lifecycle, providing strategic technical direction, and ensuring the delivery of secure, scalable, and high-quality technology solutions. You will work closely with business stakeholders, project teams, and service providers to deliver outcomes that support organisational priorities and operational excellence. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technology professional who enjoys solving complex challenges, leading high-performing teams, and influencing technical strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of complex software solutions.
• Provide expert technical leadership and advice across development and delivery activities.
• Establish and promote best-practice software engineering standards, frameworks, and methodologies.
• Oversee solution architecture, technical design reviews, and code quality assurance.
• Lead release planning, production deployments, and ongoing support activities.
• Analyse complex technical requirements and develop innovative, scalable solutions.
• Investigate and resolve critical technical issues and system challenges.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system performance, sustainability, and maintainability.
• Manage technical risks and support a strong risk-aware culture.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with business stakeholders, vendors, and delivery partners.
• Contribute to strategic planning, workforce capability development, and technology roadmaps.
• Prepare technical reports, briefings, recommendations, and project documentation.
• Lead the successful delivery of projects within agreed timeframes, budgets, and quality standards.
• Support financial and cost analysis activities relating to technology initiatives.

About You

• Extensive experience leading software development teams and delivering complex technology solutions.
• Strong technical expertise across software development, system design, architecture, and application support.
• Proven ability to provide strategic technical advice and influence decision-making.
• Experience leading large-scale projects from concept through to implementation and operational support.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing executive-level documentation.
• A proactive approach to risk management, continuous improvement, and service excellence.
• Demonstrated experience building team capability through mentoring, coaching, and performance leadership.

Our Commitment

We are committed to inclusive and culturally safe recruitment practices and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and career stages. We particularly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.