Job Description - Senior Application Developer (0000BDAQ)

Senior Application Developer - 0000BDAQ

- 3x Temporary Full-Time up to 30 June 2029
- Sydney Olympic Park

About us

The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

About the role

We have an opportunity for 3 Senior Application Developers to be part of our Application Platform Services, Technology & Communication Services Command. The Senior Application Developer guides other application developers and leads in the creation of large or complex applications that facilitate the achievement of business outcomes through the use of process and technology.

- Demonstrated experience working within recognised delivery methodologies such as: PRINCE, Waterfall & Aglie (SCRUM)
- Ability to operate in both structured, governance-driven environments and iterative delivery models

Experience providing technical leadership within project and operational delivery contexts

Strong Understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

- Comprehensive end to end understanding of the SDLC for enterprise application development
- Strong expertise across analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and support phases
- Ability to translate business and functional requirements into robust technical designs and implementable solutions
- Proven experience supporting and enhancing large-scale, long-lived applications

Natural / Adabas Application Development Expertise

- Extensive experience developing, enhancing, and maintaining applications using Natural and Adabas
- Strong understanding of mainframe environments and batch and online processing concepts
- Ability to analyse existing Natural / Adabas codebases and implement enhancements, defect fixes, and performance improvements

Experience supporting legacy systems while contributing to modernisation and service improvement initiatives

Testing Capaility

- Ability to design, execute, and review effective test cases aligned to SDLC activities
- Experience supporting system, integration, and user acceptance testing for enterprise applications
- Strong focus on ensuring solution quality, stability, and adherence to business requirements

Documentation & Processing Mapping





- High attention to detail in technical documentation, specifications, and service mapping
- Ability to understand, analyse, and clearly document complex application logic and data flows
- Skilled in documenting both technical and business processes to support maintainability and knowledge transfer

Workload & Quality Management

- Proven ability to maintain productivity in high-volume and operationally critical environments
- Solid commitment to coding standards, quality assurance, and risk mitigation
- Ability to manage competing priorities while delivering stable, high-quality outcomes
- Demonstrated drive for ongoing application, process, and service improvement
- Proactive in identifying opportunities to enhance system performance, reliability, and maintainability
- Able to work independently on complex tasks while also contributing effectively within a team environment

Adaptability & Learning

- Ability to quickly learn new tools, technologies, and business domains
- Comfortable working with legacy platforms while adapting to evolving technical and organisational requirements
- Structured training and support will be provided as required

Role Focus

The primary focus of this role is senior application development within Natural / Adabas environments, with responsibilities including application maintenance, enhancement, technical analysis, and support. Occasional
collaboration with analysis, testing, and operational teams will be required to ensure end-to-end delivery and system stability.

View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role)

What we can offer you

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

- flexible work options;
- annual leave loading;
- corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
- salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease;




- convenient location for public transport and to shops etc.

If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Griselda Trejo via .

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses:

- a permanent resident of Australia; or
- a New Zealand citizen.

Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.

Our commitment to Diversity

At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.

We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you:

- Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at
- Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at
- Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.

Location

Sydney Region-Sydney - Greater West

Work Type

Full-time

Number of Positions

3

Total Remuneration Package: Base salary ranges from $154,321 to $160,771 plus employer's contribution to superannuation of 12% and annual leave loading.

We pay respect to the Traditional Custodians and First Peoples of NSW, and acknowledge theircontinued connection to their country and culture.

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

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📌 Senior Application Developer (Sydney)
🏢 Nsw Government
📍 Sydney