Senior Systems Developer

Mackay Regional Council; Mackay Regional; Hybrid; AUD 113,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + superannuation

Flexible work arrangements

Learning and career development

Salary sacrificing options

Employee health and wellbeing programs

Job summary

Mackay Regional Council is seeking a Senior Systems Analyst (Level 6) to lead full stack development within the Information Services team. You will build and maintain custom applications, work with Azure cloud services and SQL Server environments, and manage deployments with structured processes and source control.

The role emphasizes technical ownership from development through testing to support, sharing knowledge with colleagues, and driving efficient, secure software delivery.

Qualifications

• Develop and maintain ICT solutions across full stack applications.
• Translate requirements into tested, working applications.
• Collaborate with team on Azure cloud and SQL Server environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain custom applications end-to-end.
• Work with Azure cloud services and SQL Server environments.
• Manage deployments using documented processes and source control.
• Share expertise through technical coaching and mentoring.

Skills

Full stack development

C#

JavaScript

Azure

SQL Server

TypeScript

GitHub

Power Platform

SharePoint Online

Education

ICT/Information Systems degree preferred

Tools

Visual Studio

TypeScript

HTML/CSS

GitHub

Job description

Code. Solve. Keep learning. Build applications that keep Mackay working.

Whether your background is as a Senior Systems Developer, Senior Digital Solutions Developer, full stack developer or Senior Solutions Engineer, bring your expertise to Mackay Regional Council's Information Services team. This Level 6 (Stream A) Senior Systems Analyst role puts hands-on full stack development at the centre of your work. Build and maintain custom applications, work with Azure cloud services and SQL Server environments, and manage deployments using documented processes and source control. Take technical ownership of secure, reliable software-from development and testing through to ongoing support-and share your expertise with colleagues.

You’ll need:

• Full stack development experience, significant C# and JavaScript programming experience, and strong knowledge of Visual Studio, TypeScript, HTML, CSS and GitHub.
• Substantial Azure or similar cloud hosting experience, with strong knowledge of Azure services, Microsoft SQL Server and T‑SQL, including database maintenance, SSIS and automated jobs.
• Relevant ICT, Information Systems, Business or equivalent industry qualifications-a degree is preferred; a diploma or lesser formal qualifications with significant relevant experience are also accepted.
• Significant experience developing ICT solutions and translating requirements and functional specifications into tested, working applications.
• Strong problem‑solving, technical documentation and communication skills, with knowledge of business process redesign and the systems development life cycle.
• The ability to prioritise development and support work under limited direction and share knowledge through technical coaching and mentoring.
• A Queensland C class driver’s licence or interstate equivalent, transferred to Queensland within three months of commencement.

Bring your interest in AI and automation. Experience developing agentic solutions in Microsoft Copilot Studio would be advantageous, along with familiarity with Power Platform, SharePoint Online and continuous integration and delivery. Azure certifications or equivalent experience and local government application experience are also valued. View the position description for the full technical requirements and selection criteria.

What’s on offer?

Grow your technical capability while building software that makes a practical difference. Council offers learning and career development opportunities and study assistance programmes to support your professional growth. This role brings together full stack development, cloud and database skills, with AI and automation experience valued alongside the core technical requirements.

• Base annual salary $113,123 - $120,674.
• Up to 18% superannuation (conditions apply).
• Flexible work arrangements: 9-day roster, work‑from‑home availability.
• Choice of 4 or 5 weeks’ annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
• Learning and career development opportunities, plus study assistance programmes to support your ongoing professional development.
• A lifestyle benefits program with corporate discounts and potential salary sacrificing options, subject to eligibility.
• Employee Assistance Program, health and wellbeing initiatives and active Social Clubs.

Applications close: Applications may close at any time
Application assistance: 1300 MACKAY (1300 622 ***)

Applicants must have appropriate Australian working rights, which will be verified during recruitment. Applicants progressing beyond interview will be required to undertake pre-employment medical assessments, including drug and alcohol testing as well as a criminal history check.

Mackay Regional Council is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to a respectful and inclusive workplace.