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Front-end Application Developer

Lead the Data Revolution at DCS: Where Analytics Meets Real-World Impact

Grade: Clerk Grade 7/8 (Salary $110,266 - $22,058 per annum + super) Duration: Ongoing Location: Parramatta / Sydney CBD Closing Date: Monday, 14th June 2025 (9:59am)

About the Building Commission NSW

• The new Building Commission NSW has been established after the NSW Government recognised the substantial progress made by Fair Trading and the Office of the Building Commissioner in delivering once-in-a-generation reforms of the building and construction industry. The new commission will not only be the industry regulator, but also a collaborator with consumers and industry to ensure standards, capabilities, capacity and resilience continue to be lifted across the sector to deliver quality homes and meet the state's housing targets.

• The Building Commission NSW is an outstanding place to work due to its commitment to innovation, collaboration and professional development. With a focus on transparency and accountability, the commission cultivates a culture if integrity and responsibility.

• Those who join the organisation can be confident in contributing to meaningful work that positively impacts the built environment and the greater community, making it an exciting and fulfilling place to build a career.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the next phase of the Building Commission within NSW.

About the Intelligence Unit

The Intelligence Unit is a highly motivated and specialist team that operates in a proactive way, providing tactical, operational, and strategic intelligence support. We produce information and intelligence products that target regulatory risk and criminal activities. And we develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support our intelligence work.

About the role At DCS, we're revolutionising the way NSW Government agencies engage with their customers. Our mission is rooted in a steadfast commitment to place our customers at the heart of every decision and to leverage state-of-the-art technologies to optimise government processes. Stepping into this role, you'll play a pivotal part in driving our vision forward. Internally titled as Application Developer, this role is primarily for a front-end focused developer, you will assist our internal teams in their quest to automate processes, build innovative applications, and notably enhance our regulatory analytics capabilities. Together, we aim to redefine excellence in governmental digital transformation and customer engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, test, and deploy data-driven applications to meet the team's regulatory intelligence and data analytics requirements.

• Design and develop customer-facing applications through frontend (NodeJS) framework as well as dashboarding (Qlik & Tableau) tools.

• Ensure that the developed software meets or exceeds functional specifications and performance benchmarks.

• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and stakeholders to translate data models into scalable software solutions.

• Provide tools and interfaces that help data analysts and scientists extract insights from the data more efficiently.

• Document application architecture, codebase, and user guides for future reference.

Key Challenges:

• Juggling a multitude of development tasks, user expectations, and software updates, while steadfastly ensuring the highest quality of application performance and user experience.

• Seamlessly integrating the latest technological advancements and platforms into the team's applications, ensuring smooth transitions and upgrades without disrupting ongoing analytics.

• Effectively communicating complex technical aspects of the application to non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clarity and understanding while managing expectations.

To be successful you will:

• Demonstrate Proficiency Across the Development Spectrum: Showcase adept skills in both front-end and back-end development, understanding the nuances of creating seamless, user-centric applications.

• Knowledge in Cloud Data Products: Being familiar with cloud data products and platforms is crucial. Your ability to harness the full potential of our infrastructure and data capabilities, particularly with Azure cloud services including Databricks, DevOps, FunctionApp and WebApp, is a must.

• Articulate Technical Details with Elegance: Communicate with unmatched precision and clarity, making user facing applications/dashboards understandable to non-technical team members and stakeholders alike.

• Master Essential Development Tools: Wield a comprehensive toolkit of software development languages and platforms, with proficiency in any frontend technology, Dashboarding tools, Python, SQL, and other relevant technologies, to craft robust, efficient, and scalable applications.

• Maintain a Holistic Development Approach: Possess hands-on experience in full-stack development, ensuring every facet of the application, from user interface to database operations, meets the highest standards of functionality and design.

• Embrace Continuous Growth and Learning: Cultivate an unwavering passion for technological advancement. Stay attuned to the latest in software development trends, frameworks, and methodologies, positioning our applications at the cutting edge of innovation.

If you said yes to the above, we want to hear from you. For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Salman Roubil ( )

How to Apply To start your journey towards your future, submit your CV for review (no more than 5 pages) and a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) demonstrating your capability for the role.

Salary Grade 7/8, with the base salary for this role starting at 110,266 base plus superannuation

Click Here to access the Role Description. For enquiries relating to recruitment please contact Michael Yoon via

Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description.

Closing Date: Monday, 14th June 2025 (9:59am)

Careers at Department of Customer Service A career at the Department of Customer Service (DCS) gives you the opportunity to help improve government services and be part of reform that benefits people across NSW. We are focused on delivering excellent customer service, digital transformation, and regulatory reform. Come join us and influence the future of our great state.

Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace

The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives.

You can view our full diversity and inclusion statement here.

We want you to bring your best self to this application process. If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternate format of the application form) please contact or 02 9494 8351.

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• ️ Designing and developing applications
• Collaborating with stakeholders
• Documenting application architecture

• Front-end development
• ️ Cloud data products
• ️ Communication skills
• Back-end development
• Data analytics tools
• Python and SQL

About Us

We have a proud heritage and a progressive future, providing world class drinking water and beautiful waterways from the mountains to the sea. We see the world is changing so we are changing too. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve.

About The Role

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and test software using Adobe Experience Manager (AEM).

Implement components, templates, dialogs, and workflows using AEM architecture (Sling, CRX, OSGI, JCR).

Configure and set up AEM workflows, Sling mapping, and multi-site management including translation framework.

Integrate AEM with other Adobe products such as Adobe Analytics, Adobe Target, and Adobe Audience Manager.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure web solutions are scalable and deliver optimal user experiences.

Conduct performance evaluations and debugging to enhance existing systems.

Provide architectural solutions for page layout and organization.

Why You Should Apply

Make a significant impact by developing solutions that meet Sydney Water's high standards and contribute to the community.

Collaborate with a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences.

Grow your career in a supportive environment that values continuous learning and professional development.

Enjoy a flexible work schedule that accommodates your needs while ensuring project success.

About You

Tertiary degree qualification in information technology, computer science or similar or equivalent industry experience

Minimum 5 years’ experience in Information Technology and hands on Adobe AEM experience

Certifications in Adobe Experience Manager or related Adobe products.

Experience with front-end development techniques and customized templates.

Familiarity with OSGi and JCR queries.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents.

Dive Into Our Great Benefits

Competitive Remuneration : We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.

24/7 Wellbeing Support : Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.

Discounted Private Health Insurance : Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.

Fitness Passport : Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.

Closing date: 16 th July 2025

For more information, or to request an accommodation information, you can contact

At Sydney Water, we are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities. We have a proud heritage and progressive future providing world class drinking water and services that are vital to our customers’ quality of life and safeguarding Sydney’s future. We see the world is changing, so we are changing too.

Our vision is to create better lives through world-class services, and we believe that starts with our people. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve. Our diverse skills, mindsets and backgrounds work together on exciting and challenging projects that make a difference and help ensure Sydney remains one of the most iconic and liveable cities in the world.

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ people, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.

As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role. We will also use your personal information to establish a LiveHire talent profile in our Talent Community. We look at our Talent Community first when new opportunities come up when you apply for a role. Your personal information will be collected in accordance with LiveHire’s Terms , Privacy Policy and Sydney Water’s Privacy Collection Statement – Job Application . Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.

The Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) is seeking experienced APS6-level Software Developers to join its mission-critical teams supporting national cyber security and intelligence operations. Successful candidates will contribute to the design, development, integration, and support of innovative software solutions within a fast-paced, secure, and agile environment.

These roles form part of a merit pool for current and future vacancies across ASD. While most positions are based in Canberra , applicants based in Melbourne, Brisbane, or Perth may be considered depending on operational requirements. All roles are onsite , and remote work cannot be guaranteed.

Start Date: Thursday, 25 September 2025

Initial Duration: 15 months

Extensions: Up to 2 x 12-month terms

Hours: 40 hours/week

Security Clearance: Must hold or be eligible to obtain NV1, NV2, or PV clearance through AGSVA

Location: ACT (preferred), QLD, VIC, WA

Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA): May be required pre-commencement or within 12 months

Design, build, integrate, and document software systems aligned to business and operational requirements

Translate logical designs into functional code using Agile Software Development Methodology (ASDM)

Enhance automation capabilities, recommend new tools, and support integration of COTS and GOTS software

Engage with stakeholders to gather and refine user requirements using agile techniques

Provide technical support, monitor system performance, and troubleshoot issues

Document workflows, contribute to continuous improvement processes, and promote team knowledge sharing

Implement and maintain automated testing frameworks, provide input on design and system improvements

Experience in RESTful APIs, Kubernetes, OpenShift

Automation tools: Puppet, Ansible, Docker

Front-end experience using React (preferred)

The Australian Signals Directorate is a statutory agency within the Department of Defence that provides foreign signals intelligence, cyber security protection, and offensive cyber capabilities to safeguard Australia’s national interests.

Essential criteria

1. PROG 4 - Programming/software development: Level 4 (SFIA) Designs, codes, verifies, tests, documents, amends and refactors complex programs/scripts and integration software services. Contributes to the selection of the software development methods, tools and techniques. Applies agreed standards and tools to achieve well-engineered outcomes. Participates in reviews of own work and leads reviews of colleagues' work.

2. TECH 4 - Specialist advice: Level 4 (SFIA) Provides detailed and specific advice regarding the application of their specialism to the organisation's planning and operations. Actively maintains knowledge in one or more identifiable specialisms. Recognises and identifies the boundaries of their own specialist knowledge. Where appropriate, collaborates with other specialists to ensure advice given is appropriate to the organisation's needs.

3. DESN 4 - Systems design: Level 4 (SFIA) Designs system components using appropriate modelling techniques following agreed architectures, design standards, patterns and methodology. Identifies and evaluates alternative design options and trade-offs. Creates multiple design views to address the concerns of the different stakeholders and to handle functional and non-functional requirements. Models, simulates or prototypes the behaviour of proposed system components to enable approval by stakeholders. Produces detailed design specifications to form the basis for the construction of systems. Reviews, verifies and improves own designs against specifications.

4. SYSP 4 - System software: Level 4 (SFIA) Monitors system software metrics and adjusts configurations for optimum availability and performance. Reviews system software updates and identifies those that merit action. Configures system software for required functionality and performance. Investigates and resolves system software problems, requesting action from supplier if required.

5. TEST 3 - Testing: Level 3 (SFIA) Designs test cases and test scripts under own direction, mapping back to pre-determined criteria, recording and reporting test outcomes. Participates in requirement, design and specification reviews, and uses this information to design test plans and test conditions. Applies agreed standards to specify and perform manual and automated testing. Automates testing tasks and builds test coverage through existing or new infrastructure. Analyses and reports on test activities, results, issues and risks.

6. SINT 3 - Systems integration and build: Level 3 (SFIA) Defines the software modules needed for anintegration build and produces a build definition for each generation of the software. Accepts completed software modules, ensuring that they meet defined criteria. Produces software builds from software source code for loading onto target hardware. Configures the hardware and software environment as required by the system being integrated. Produces integration test specifications, conducts tests and records and reports on outcomes. Diagnoses faults and records and reports on the results of tests. Produces system integration reports.

Additional requirements

1. What level of security clearance do you hold and provide your AGSVA CSID?

Description

• Gain hands on work experience whilst completing your studies
• Deliver software solutions to complex challenges
• Excellent career development in a culture that embraces flexible work arrangements
  
  

• Designing and implementing efficient, appropriate and correct algorithms, data structures, database definitions, object classes, inheritance hierarchies, user interfaces and other software components;
• Writing code adhering to quality management principles adopted within the software development environment, including development of unit and system tests and peer code review;
• Building software releases, installing and configuring software required for project delivery;
• Writing and reviewing relevant documentation;
• Collaborating effectively in a team of engineers maintaining and developing software;
• Meeting project deadlines for delivery of software modules; and
• Being responsible for identifiable areas within developed applications.
  
  

• Bachelor Software Engineering
• Bachelor Information Technology
• Bachelor Information Systems
• Bachelor Computer Science
• Bachelor Computing
  
  

• Software engineering/development skills and knowledge
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach
• Effective teamwork
• Motivated, work independently
• Learn and apply new tools and technologies
• Currently studying degree, diploma or certification
  
  

• To apply for this role, follow the links or apply via our Careers page.
• Recruitment process – application screening, interview, and background checks.
• Applicants may also need to meet International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requirements. In certain circumstances this can place limitations on persons who hold dual nationality, permanent residency or are former nationals of certain countries as per ITAR 126.1.
• We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all candidates. Please contact our Careers team if you’d like to discuss any additional support during your application or throughout the recruitment process.