Job Title: Senior Software Engineer (Mobile App
Developer) This role is a full-time opportunity to join the Local
Peoples team permanently, with your first project supporting the
Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR). You will
work within a high-performing Agile delivery environment,
contributing to the development of large-scale digital solutions
that support Australians in accessing quality skills, training, and
employment services. Beyond this project, you will have the
opportunity to contribute to a range of impactful digital
transformation initiatives across the Australian Government,
helping deliver modern, accessible, and user-focused technology
solutions. About the first project: The Department of Employment
and Workplace Relations (DEWR) is seeking an experienced Senior
Software Engineer (Mobile App Developer) to support the delivery of
high-profile software development projects. The successful
candidate will work on the design, development, enhancement, and
maintenance of enterprise mobile applications and integrated
systems, leveraging modern technologies and development practices.
You will be part of a collaborative Agile team responsible for
delivering secure, scalable, and maintainable solutions in a
fast-paced and complex setting. Responsibilities: Design,
develop, test, and deploy mobile applications for iOS and Android
platforms. Participate in requirements gathering, analysis, and
solution design activities. Collaborate with architects,
developers, testers, business analysts, and stakeholders to deliver
high-quality software solutions. Develop clean, maintainable,
scalable, and secure code aligned with departmental standards and
best practices. Build and integrate RESTful APIs and backend
services. Support the maintenance, enhancement, and optimisation of
existing applications and systems. Develop and maintain technical
documentation throughout the Software Development Life Cycle
(SDLC). Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning,
stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives. Contribute to
problem-solving activities and identify innovative technical
solutions. Support project delivery through effective time
management, planning, and collaboration. Qualifications: Degree in
Computer Science, Software Engineering,



Information Technology, or
a related discipline (or equivalent industry experience). Extensive
experience developing enterprise-grade mobile applications. Strong
experience working in Agile software development environments.
Demonstrated experience delivering solutions within complex
enterprise or government environments. Experience working across
the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Essential
Criteria: Demonstrated industry-based knowledge and experience in
developing and delivering mobile applications using a range of the
following technologies: Native iOS using Swift and SwiftUI Native
Android using Kotlin and Jetpack Compose Android/iOS development
Microsoft Web API / REST Architecture SQL / Entity Framework .NET
Demonstrated application development experience working on
high-volume transactional systems and/or complex integrated
systems. Demonstrated ability to effectively use communication and
negotiation skills to manage relationships in a challenging IT
environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a
proven ability to develop innovative solutions. Experience working
in Agile software development environments and using Agile
development toolsets. Demonstrated project delivery support skills,
including excellent time management, attention to detail,
flexibility, and resilience within demanding team environments.
Desirable Criteria: Demonstrated ability to lead the architecture
and design of mobile applications, making strategic decisions that
deliver scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions aligned with
organisational standards and enterprise architecture. Residency and
Clearance Must have Baseline Clearance or be able to obtain one.
Australian Citizen. This role is open to Location/s Canberra, ACT.
Onsite, full-time (40 hours per week). Flexible working
arrangements may be considered on a case-by-case basis in line with
business requirements.



Who are Local Peoples? Local Peoples is a
strategic research and design studio based in Melbourne and
Canberra. Our mission is to design healthy, resilient and
resourceful communities. We are proud to be a certified
B-Corporation with a strong focus on our social, environmental and
economic impact. We work across brand and digital design, place and
experience design,, content and community engagement. Our key
partners include state and local government, social enterprises,
universities and large commercial organisations. All are
experiencing complex challenges right now and we believe that
design research, thinking and delivery can help to solve these
challenges and make positive change for people and the planet. We
produce www.mattersjournal.com , a publication and community of
100K+, which focuses on design-led social innovation and impact.
Why join Local Peoples? Representative and inclusive - we are
dedicated to building an inclusive and accessible workplace for
people from diverse backgrounds Impact driven - work towards
achieving real impact for people and the workplace Fantastic
culture - driven by a welcoming, supportive and collaborative team
environment Professional support for design excellence - benefit
from being a part of one of Australia’s fastest growing design and
delivery communities Flexible working arrangements - including the
ability to work remotely Market rate salaries - attractive
remuneration packages in line with the market rate Flexible
employment types - including the preference for permanent, but will
consider contracting Local Peoples proudly supports the LGBTQ+
community, neurodiverse individuals, and First Nations people. We
are committed to creating inclusive spaces where everyone,
regardless of their identity, feels valued and respected. Together,
we strive for equality and a positive future for all. Local Peoples
works, creates, and plays on the lands of the Wurundjeri, Bunurong,
and Wathaurong peoples of the Kulin Nation, land which has never
been ceded. We thank them for caring for this land for over 40,000
years and recognize and pay our deepest respect to Elders past,
present, and emerging. This always was and always will be
Aboriginal land

📌 Software Engineer (Mobile App Developer) (Australian Capital Territory)
🏢 Local Peoples
📍 Australian Capital Territory