Senior Software Developer

The University of Queensland; City of Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 107,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% super

Leave loading 17.5%

Hybrid working options

Health and wellbeing programs

Study for Staff program

On-campus childcare

Salary packaging

Parental leave up to 26 weeks

Job summary

Join AUSCERT within The University of Queensland as a Senior Software Developer to lead design, development, deployment, and support of critical cybersecurity systems. The role offers high-impact engineering challenges, cloud-first delivery, and mentoring opportunities within a collaborative team.

You will work across software architecture and multiple stacks, shaping secure solutions while engaging with stakeholders and driving continuous improvement in a hybrid work setting.

Qualifications

• Experience designing, developing, and supporting complex software applications and systems.
• Strong Python development skills, including frameworks such as Django or NiceGUI.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases, including PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, or DynamoDB.
• Hands-on experience developing and deploying solutions in AWS and/or Azure environments.
• Knowledge of software engineering best practices, Agile delivery methods, and Git version control.
• Well-developed communication skills with the ability to collaborate, mentor others, and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Designing, implementing, deploying, and maintaining information technology systems and supporting infrastructure.
• Leading the design and development of significant software projects and providing technical expertise across software architecture, deployment, and maintenance.
• Investigating, evaluating, and recommending emerging technologies, systems, standards, and processes to support continuous improvement.
• Building strong partnerships with clients and stakeholders while collaborating with software developers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality outcomes

Skills

Python development

Django

NiceGUI

AWS

Azure

Git version control

Agile delivery methods

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or related field

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Oracle

DynamoDB

Job description

$106709 - $116198 p.a. + 17% super + leave loading

• Base salary will be in the range $106,709 - $116,198 + 17% super (HEW Level 7)

Join AUSCERT and help create change together. We are seeking a Senior Software Developer to provide high-level software development, technical leadership, and ongoing support for critical cybersecurity systems and services. Working within a collaborative, inclusive, and purpose-driven team, you will contribute to the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of systems that support one of the world's longest-running Computer Emergency Response Teams. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside experienced cybersecurity and technology professionals, leveraging modern cloud and software engineering practices to deliver solutions that help organisations prevent, detect, and respond to cyber threats.

• Designing, implementing, deploying, and maintaining information technology systems and supporting infrastructure.
• Leading the design and development of significant software projects and providing technical expertise across software architecture, deployment, and maintenance.
• Investigating, evaluating, and recommending emerging technologies, systems, standards, and processes to support continuous improvement.
• Building strong partnerships with clients and stakeholders while collaborating with software developers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality outcomes

This is a continuing position that will play a critical role in supporting AUSCERT's cybersecurity services and technology platforms.

About You

You are a collaborative and solutions-focused software development professional who enjoys working in a dynamic environment, building high-quality technology solutions, and mentoring others. You bring strong technical capability, a customer-focused mindset, and a genuine interest in continuous learning and innovation.

• A degree in Information Technology or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Experience designing, developing, and supporting complex software applications and systems.
• Strong Python development skills, including frameworks such as Django or NiceGUI.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases, including PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle, or DynamoDB.
• Hands‑on experience developing and deploying solutions in AWS and/or Azure environments.
• Knowledge of software engineering best practices, Agile delivery methods, and Git version control.
• Well-developed communication skills with the ability to collaborate, mentor others, and manage competing priorities.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.

• Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave
• 17% super
• 17.5% leave loading
• flexible and hybrid working options
• health and wellbeing programs
• a heavily discounted Study for Staff program
• on‑campus childcare
• affordable parking
• salary packaging

Interested?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Josh Hopkins, Developer Team Lead at ••••@uq.edu.au . For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at ••••@uq.edu.au , stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Other Information

Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, and criminal history checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion . We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We're also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing ••••@uq.edu.au or calling +61 • •••• •623 .

Applications close Sunday 20 September 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-68450).

What started as Queensland's first university in 1909, with just three faculties and 83 students, has grown into university ranked in the world’s top 50 that is renowned for being a leader in teaching and research.

When you join the University of Queensland, you’re joining a community that actively strives toward creating change right across the world every day. From science and sustainability to health and humanities, our researchers are finding solutions to the world’s biggest challenges. Our award‑winning teachers are recognised for empowering our students to thrive as innovative thinkers and grow into the leaders of tomorrow.

What started as Queensland's first university in 1909, with just three faculties and 83 students, has grown into university ranked in the world’s top 50 that is renowned for being a leader in teaching and research.

When you join the University of Queensland, you’re joining a community that actively strives toward creating change right across the world every day. From science and sustainability to health and humanities, our researchers are finding solutions to the world’s biggest challenges. Our award‑winning teachers are recognised for empowering our students to thrive as innovative thinkers and grow into the leaders of tomorrow.