EL1 Senior Power Platform Software Engineer (Developer)

• Initial Contract Duration: 12 Months
• Extension term details: 12 Months
• Number of extensions: 2
• Location: ACT
• Security Requirements: Must have Baseline security clearance
• Working Arrangements: HybridFlexible in office/WfH but ACT staff are strongly preferred.
• Maximum hours: 40 hours per week

Job details

Software Engineers have experience overseeing software development projects, writing optimised code, and provide technical leadership to a team of software engineers. They are responsible for the quality and functionality of the software produced by their team.

Key duties and responsibilities

• Applicants should understand the Department's business and our mission.
• The IT Project teams are small resource groups working closely with business teams, so ability to perform cohesively in this space is key.
• This role is Canberra based. The Department will consider options for candidates to work outside of ACT however Canberra staff are preferred.

Essential Criteria

• Demonstrated experience developing solutions using Microsoft Dynamics 365, Dataverse and the Power Platform, including Power Pages.
• Strong front-end development skills using JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML and CSS, with experience in modern frameworks such as Vue.js.
• Strong full-stack development skills, including experience with C#, .NET, REST APIs, JSON and SQL, and integrating front-end applications with backend services.
• Experience with Azure and Power Platform integration technologies, such as API Management, Azure Functions, Logic Apps and Power Automate.
• Experience working with established application architectures, development patterns and reusable components, including Azure DevOps, source control and CI/CD practices.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, with demonstrated experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary delivery teams.

Desirable Criteria

• Experience with AI and intelligent automation technologies, such as Azure AI, Microsoft Copilot, AI Builder, generative AI or agent-based solutions.
• Relevant Microsoft certifications across Power Platform, Dynamics 365, Azure or AI will be highly regarded.

Application Deadline: Wednesday, 23 September 2026

Expected Start Date: Monday, 05 October 2026

Job Type: Contract

If you wish to have a confidential discussion, call us on [02 6108 3980](tel:02 6108 3980) or [0410 756 040](tel:0410 756 040) for more information.