Front-End Developer – React & TypeScript (Web Developer)

Location: Canberra ACT - Onsite

Rate: $90–$110 per hour incl. super

Clearance: NV1 minimum

Canberra Consulting is seeking an experienced React / TypeScript Developer to join a high-performing Agile delivery team supporting the development and enhancement of a significant public-facing cyber capability within the Australian Government.

This is a hands-on development role requiring strong experience across React, TypeScript, JavaScript, Single-Page Applications and Node.js-based APIs.

Mandatory requirements

Applicants must

- Be an Australian Citizen
- Hold a current AGSVA Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1) security clearance or higher
- Be Canberra-based or able to work onsite in the ACT
- Have demonstrated commercial experience developing contemporary React / TypeScript applications

The role Working within an Agile multi-disciplinary team of developers, business analysts and testers, you will design, develop, integrate and support modern web applications, components and APIs.

You will contribute to the ongoing development of a public-facing cyber reporting capability and work closely with business and product stakeholders to translate requirements into secure, reliable and maintainable software.

Responsibilities will include

- Designing and developing web applications using React, TypeScript, JavaScript and ES6
- Building and maintaining modern Single-Page Applications
- Implementing state management solutions such as Redux or MobX
- Developing responsive user interfaces from UX and design specifications
- Designing and integrating RESTful APIs using Node.js and Express




- Implementing secure authentication workflows and appropriate data-handling practices
- Developing and maintaining automated unit testing using frameworks such as Jest
- Working with modern build tools and bundlers including Webpack
- Participating in Agile, Scrum and Kanban delivery environments
- Troubleshooting application, system and integration issues
- Producing detailed technical and solution design documentation
- Supporting continuous improvement of development practices, automation and delivery processes

Skills and experienceWe are particularly interested in candidates with strong demonstrated experience across:
- React
- TypeScript
- JavaScript / ES6
- Node.js and Express
- RESTful APIs
- SPA architecture
- Redux, MobX or similar state-management frameworks
- Responsive web design
- Webpack or comparable build tooling
- Jest or similar automated testing frameworks
- Agile software development environments

Experience delivering secure or public-facing applications within Defence, ASD, national security or broader Federal Government environments will be highly regarded.

Contract details

Shortlisted candidates will be required to:

- Complete the Application Pack
- Provide an updated CV tailored to the opportunity
- Prepare detailed written responses addressing the client’s selection criteria

The selection criteria require candidates to demonstrate their experience across React/TypeScript development, Agile delivery, public-facing UX implementation, SPA development and Node.js/REST API integration. Candidates without Australian Citizenship or a current NV1 clearance will not be considered. Overseas/offshore candidates, visa holders and candidates seeking sponsorship are not eligible for this engagement.

📌 Front-End Developer – React & TypeScript (Canberra)
🏢 Canberra Consulting
📍 Canberra