Senior Software Developer

The University of Queensland; Long Pocket; Hybrid; AUD 107,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% super

Leave loading 17.5%

Flexible and hybrid working

Health and wellbeing programs

Study for Staff program

On-campus childcare

Affordable parking

Salary packaging

Parental leave options

Job summary

AUSCERT at The University of Queensland is seeking a Senior Software Developer to provide high-level software development, leadership, and ongoing support for critical cybersecurity systems. You will work on design, deployment, and maintenance of systems that help organisations prevent and detect cyber threats.

Based at the Long Pocket location, you will collaborate with cybersecurity professionals, leverage cloud engineering practices, and mentor others while delivering high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Information Technology or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience designing, developing, and supporting complex software applications and systems.
• Strong Python development skills with Django or NiceGUI.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL/Oracle/DynamoDB).
• Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks (React/Angular/Vue).
• Hands-on AWS and/or Azure deployment experience.
• Knowledge of Agile methods and Git version control.
• Excellent communication and mentoring abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, deploy, and maintain IT systems and supporting infrastructure.
• Lead design and development of significant software projects and provide technical expertise.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and drive continuous improvement.
• Partner with clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Skills

Python

Django

NiceGUI

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Oracle

DynamoDB

React

Angular

Vue

AWS

Azure

Git

Agile

Mentoring

Education

Information Technology degree or related

Tools

Django

NiceGUI

AWS

Azure

React

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Oracle

DynamoDB

Git

Job description

AUSCERT Full-time, permanent position

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

Based at our Long Pocket location.

About This Opportunity

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.

Key responsibilities will include:

• 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.
• Experience working with modern JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.
• 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.

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 [e-mail] or calling [phone].

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