Senior Software Engineer

• $110,613 to $125,373
• Ongoing, full-time
• Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)

• Reference number: 24293
• Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
• Remuneration: $130,901 to $148,369 pa (HEW8) (inclusive of $110,613 to $125,373 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
• Open to: Current staff members of QUT who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people who are not QUT staff are also eligible and encouraged to apply.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join Digital Business Solution, Administrative Division.

The Senior Software Engineer is a core role within the Education and Research portfolio, responsible for the design, development, maintenance and support of application solutions in the delivery of QUT’s Digital Strategy. This role will work in partnership with QUT colleagues, clients, vendor partners, operational teams, projects and other IT professionals to ensure an integrated and collaborative approach to the development of new enterprise solutions and the ongoing maintenance and continuous improvement of existing services.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

Digital Business Solutions (DBS) provides support for staff and students across a range of information and technology services. DBS uses technology to create value for our students and customers through the portfolios of Learning and Teaching, Research and Innovation, and Professional Services. DBS embraces digital transformation as being fundamental to the delivery on the QUT Digital Strategy to enabling QUT’s aspirations outlined in the QUT Connections Strategy.

What you need to succeed

Education and training equivalent to postgraduate qualifications (or progress towards postgraduate qualifications) and extensive relevant experience in software design, development, delivery and support in a large and diverse organisation.

High-level analytical and problem-solving skills, with a demonstrated ability to identify emerging issues, trends and opportunities to provide insightful recommendations and drive practical, innovative solutions that achieves organisational goals and objectives.

Demonstrated ability in the coordination of incident and problem management across teams, as well as the testing, release, monitoring and support of changes utilising the practices of Agile, DevOps and CI/CD to ensure the delivery of quality outcomes.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a proven ability to build relationships, collaborate, negotiate, influence and gain commitment from a diverse group of stakeholders to achieve business objectives.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team and to work autonomously with limited supervision, displaying initiative and creativity to achieve outcomes.

Demonstrated experience in software development using various languages (such as Java, JavaScript, SQL or similar) as well as literacy in low-code/no-code, web services, databases, testing and monitoring tools.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions. 
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation. 
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super). 
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance. 
• Leave loading of 17.5%. 
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks. 
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms. 
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
• We see diversity and inclusion as our strengths. 
• Explore more benefits of life at QUT .

In support of our

Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy

, we aspire to an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6% and we encourage Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a fulfilling career. 

We believe in creating safe spaces for inclusivity to flourish and we know that diversity is our strength –

see our commitment

. If you’re curious, innovative, and ready to experience what a career at QUT can offer, we’re ready to meet you.  

Job opens: 05-Apr-2024

Applications Close: 21-Apr-2024 at 11.30pm

Find out more and apply by clicking Apply or the link below.

View the job details at: https://qut.nga.net.au/?jati=F28E4B8E-BD59-6863-A7AD-DAA5ADE7B3DF

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