Principal Developer

Nsw Department Of Customer Service; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible office locations across NSW

Career development opportunities

Wellbeing and leave benefits

Job summary

Revenue NSW, part of the NSW Department of Customer Service, is seeking Principal Developer roles to lead frontend and backend initiatives across modern digital transformation programs. The roles emphasize building scalable microservices and cloud-based solutions with strong full-stack capabilities.

Positions offer hybrid work across NSW offices, with salary range up to $173,174pa + super and location flexibility. Applicants will join a high-impact team delivering improved NSW customer services.

Qualifications

• Extensive Python experience and backend development with microservices and REST APIs.
• Strong knowledge of AWS and cloud-native development practices.
• Hands-on with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and Kubernetes orchestration.
• Frontend skills in React and modern JS/TS stack with REST API integration.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Agile delivery, and security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical direction and architecture for the development team.
• Drive adoption of new technologies and improve product capabilities.
• Make design decisions aligned with project goals and architectural standards.
• Code development, reviews, and quality assurance across frontend/backend tasks.
• Coach and mentor junior developers and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Python

Java

TypeScript

JavaScript

REST APIs

React

Spring Boot

AWS

Kubernetes

Terraform

CI/CD

Git

Storybook

Web Accessibility

Security Best Practices

Tools

AWS Cloud Services

Terraform

Kubernetes

Docker

CI/CD Tools

Job description

Principal Developer
Multiple Full-Time (35hpw) Temporary opportunities up to December 2028
DCS Clerk Grade - 11/12
Salary Range $149,739- $173,174pa + super
Location flexible across Revenue NSW offices with hybrid working

Program Overview

Join a dynamic team at the forefront of multiple exciting digital transformation programs aimed at modernising core systems, enhancing customer experiences, and streamlining business processes. This role offers the opportunity to work with contemporary technology stacks and innovative solutions to drive meaningful change across the organisation.

You’ll play a key part in shaping the future of digital services and contributing to impactful projects that make a difference to NSW customers.

We are looking for experienced frontend and backend principal developers who have demonstrated experience working on complex transformation projects.

Full-stack developers are encouraged to apply; however, it is not a requirement to have both frontend and backend experience to be considered for these roles.

Key accountabilities

• Lead the technical direction and strategy for the development team.
• Drive innovation and adoption of new technologies to enhance product capabilities.
• Make technical decisions in line with project goals and architectural standards.
• Promote best practices in software development methodologies, coding standards, and design patterns.
• Coach and provide guidance and training to less experienced professionals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet the project needs.
• Write code and develop software components.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, such as system architecture, codebase, and best practices.
• Participate in testing and quality assurance efforts.
• Excellent communication skills

Backend Developer skills and experience required:

• Extensive Python experience required
• Extensive experience in developing microservices and RESTful APIs using Spring Boot.
• Strong knowledge of cloud computing platforms such as AWS.
• Preferred qualifications include certifications in cloud platforms, demonstrating proficiency in leveraging cloud technologies to architect and deploy scalable, resilient, and secure solutions.
• Hands on expertise with Infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform.
• Expertise in micro service and Java design patterns.
• Hands on web front-end experience with React
• Proficiency in cloud-native development practices including serverless computing, containers, and Kubernetes orchestration.
• Expertise in relational databases RDBMS and NoSQL databases.Expert experience developing within agile methodology using CI/CD pipelines.
• Working knowledge of security best practices.

Frontend Developer skills and experience required:

• Expert experience with React.js, including building reusable components using Storybook.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Skilled in state management using Redux, Context API, and server state with React Query.
• Proficient in Styled Components, responsive/adaptive design, and UI libraries like Material UI and Ant Design.
• 'Experienced in integrating RESTful APIs with Axios, including handling authentication and error states.
• Strong testing skills with Jest, React Testing Library, and effective mocking strategies.
• Hands-on experience deploying front-end applications on AWS (S3, CloudFront, Cognito, API Gateway).
• In-depth understanding of web accessibility (WCAG), cross-browser compatibility, and performance optimization.
• Proficient with Git and collaborative workflows (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket).
• Solid knowledge of front-end build tools and browser debugging techniques.
• Experience of working on a complex transformation project is a must.

About Revenue NSW

Revenue NSW is the state’s principal revenue management agency and is part of the Department of Customer Service.

Revenue Digital provides a suite of contemporary digital services for NSW Government customers and staff that administer grants, resolve fines and collect revenue for the State in a fair, efficient and timely manner. We do this in line with legislation, customer expectations and industry best practices, to make it easier for over 100,000 businesses and more than three million individuals to interact with the NSW Government. We focus on simplifying processes and improving access to services through modern, user-centred digital solutions.

We are proud of our diverse and regional team and welcome flexible working. We are open to this role being based at any one of our offices - Parramatta, Lithgow, Maitland, Gosford, Wollongong. Regular travel may be required to engage with the team and our partners at Parramatta.

Revenue NSW Digital is responsible for the delivery of state-of-the-art digital experiences focused on simplifying and improving the interactions of 20,000+ businesses and two million+ individuals with the NSW Government.

• Why work for Revenue NSW? There are lots of reasons why a role with us is rewarding:
• Flexible office location across NSW
• Hybrid working, compressed hours and generous leave conditions, so you can make time for what counts
• Accrued Days Off (days in lieu) in addition to Annual Leave
• Ongoing access to industry approved self-learning tools
• Career agility including opportunities to work on different programs
• The opportunity for meaningful work that matters to all of us in NSW
• Corporate wellbeing programs with access to Fitness passport

We can’t wait to meet you!

Salary Grade 11/12, with the base salary for this role starting at $149,739 base plus superannuation

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A talent pool may be created as part of this recruitment process and will be valid for up to 18 months. The talent pool may be used to fill future ongoing or temporary vacancies of the same or similar role.

Closing Date: 30th September 2026, Wednesday at 10am

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