Software Developer - Digital Graduate Program (Feb ****)
Queensland Government Digital Graduate Program – Brisbane QLD
We are looking for graduates with a willingness to learn, a growth mindset, and a positive attitude. You will play a role in contributing to projects, programs, initiatives and ongoing business that keeps Queensland communities safe, healthy, happy and thriving. Our graduates are integral to the Queensland Government.
Remuneration and growth opportunities
About you
We are looking for graduates with a willingness to learn, a growth mindset, and a positive attitude. You will play a role in contributing to projects, programs, initiatives and ongoing business that keeps Queensland communities safe, healthy, happy and thriving. Our graduates are integral to the Queensland Government.
Remuneration and career growth
We provide graduates with support and professional development to give them the tools and confidence to transition from digital graduates to digital professionals.
As one of the largest employers in the state, the Queensland Government provides graduates the opportunity to tailor their career development and enhance their career opportunities.
We offer:
a starting salary of $76,217 at 1 July **** per annum plus superannuation
Fixed-term 2-year contract
flexible work-life balance opportunities, with a ***** hour working week
generous leave provisions and salary packaging
a structured leadership development program
career development guidance and a supportive graduate team
access to networking opportunities and social events
a mentor and connection to a supportive graduate cohort
a wide variety of digital graduate roles to choose from.
Career progression
Due to their experience and training, our graduates can progress their careers very quickly. Eighty-seven percent of graduates completing the program stay on to be employed by the Queensland Government post-program. Our graduates' salaries can increase up to $27,000 (based at AO5 level) or more after completing the 2-year program.
1. The exact salary will be determined as per the applicable enterprise bargaining agreement. As an indicator, the minimum AO3 rate under the State Government Entities Certified Agreements **** as at 1 July **** is $76,217.
2. Working week hours may vary depending on the applicable enterprise bargaining agreement.




"The program significantly accelerated my career development. It provided me with invaluable opportunities to enhance my skills, gain practical experience, and build a strong network within the public sector. The structured learning and mentorship enabled me to quickly adapt to new challenges and responsibilities, helping me to grow professionally at a much faster pace than I could have anticipated on my own."
Ashutosh - **** Graduate - Department of Education
What you'll be doing
Software developer graduates assist to interpret business, system and service requirements into technical specifications, and then create, test and implement computer and software programs. They may also be responsible for website, intranet and application security development. These graduates are creative problem solvers who convert ideas into working applications that help the Queensland Government deliver better services to the community.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities in a software developer role may include:
translating business requirements into detailed technical and programming specifications
designing, deploying, testing and supporting software, website and database systems
undertaking programming for the development, maintenance and enhancement of IT systems
identifying and resolving integrity issues within software and database systems
providing advice and guidance on the design and capability of software.
Ideal candidate
Ideal candidates for a software developer role will:
be able to produce detailed and accurate work
be creative, multi-task and work to time frames
possess effective communication and problem-solving skills and be able to work as part of a team.
Technical skills
Knowledge of:
relational database technologies (e.g. Oracle, SQL) and web services (e.g. XML)
procedural programming languages (e.g. C) and object-oriented programming languages (e.g. VB, .Net, C#, C++, Java)
testing tools and techniques, and development tools (e.g. version control software)




software development methodologies and life cycles.
Qualifications
A degree in:
Information technology
Software engineering
Computer systems.
Eligible and who can apply?
The Queensland Government prides itself on embracing diversity. We value people from all walks of life and are committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive, and diverse workplace.
We encourage applications from:
women
people with disability
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples
members of the LGBTIQA+ community
people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
mature-age Queenslanders.
We also welcome international students who meet unrestricted working rights in Australia.
Support and reasonable adjustments can be provided to applicants throughout the selection process as required.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Digital Graduate Program, you must:
Have completed (or will complete) a Bachelor's, Graduate Certificate, or Master's degree between January-**** and December ****. If you have an overseas qualification, it must be recognised in Australia prior to applying. Learn more about the Qualifications Recognition process ()
Hold a degree in one of these fields:
Information Technology and related fields: Information technology, cloud computing, cyber security, computer science, data analytics, robotics, information management, mathematics, software or systems engineering.
Emerging Technologies and AI: Artificial intelligence, automation development.
Strategic Management and Business: Business, marketing, or project management.
Design and Creative Industries: Web and multimedia design, user experience (UX) or interactive design.
International students
currently residing in Australia must also have:
Unrestricted working rights in Australia until at least February ****. This includes:
Permanent Residency, citizenship, or work-related visas (e.g., Temporary Graduate 485 Visa) that permit full-time, unrestricted work.
Evidence of transitioning to unrestricted working rights (if on a bridging visa).
Successful applicants
If you are successful you must:
relocate to Brisbane (or other Queensland locations) at your own expense.
be ready to start by February ****. Earlier start dates may be accommodated based on agency-specific needs.
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📌 Software Developer - Digital Graduate Program (Feb 2027) (Brisbane)
🏢 Queensland Government Digital Graduate Program
📍 Brisbane