Lead Full Stack Developer

Job no: 0062113
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing
Department: Business Services
Salary: UOM 10 – $143,913 p.a. plus 17% super

• Develop and innovate the University's Smart Campus platform, focusing on IoT device integration and data analytics
• An opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology advancements in a predominantly agile team environment
• Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!

About the Role
Join our team as the Lead Full Stack Developer, focused on enhancing the University of Melbourne’s Smart Campus platform. Responsibilities include developing use cases, full stack development on AWS and the implementation of data processing pipelines. Work in an agile environment to drive innovation in IoT data analytics.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Gather user interactions from stakeholders to define technical and UI requirements
• Utilise AWS technologies and modern programming languages for full-stack development.
• Develop flexible front-end architectures and serverless back-end functions
• Develop back-end serverless functions to support data processing pipelines and API endpoints.
• Ensure alignment and participate in the development of standards and architectural patterns, collaborating with product and enterprise teams

Who we are looking for
We’re looking for people who are up for a programming challenge offering so much more than just another uninspiring web app. We’re seeking developers with a distinctly innovative mindset, who wishes to actively contribute to delivering a more efficient, sustainable and enjoyable university experience.

You will also have:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in UI / Web development, Node JS, React JS & Redux (or equivalent client-side state management)
• Strong experience in Typescript, JavaScript, HTML 5/CSS 3.0 technologies
• Strong experience with RESTful (and/or) GraphQL APIs andVSCode

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Your new team – Business Services
Business Services provides a full range of class leading information technology, facilities management, finance, HR and health and safety services to all operating entities of the University.

What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits  page!

The University of Melbourne
We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website  and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn .   

Be yourself
The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity.  First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion  page.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact Kim Groizard at [email protected] , with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: 

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience

Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Alex Spezza via email at [email protected] , ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

Position Description