Long-term Federal Government contract with hybrid working
Lead enterprise API platforms using Golang, GraphQL & AWS
Drive cloud-native engineering, AI-assisted development & DevOps

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Lead Backend API Developer / Principal Developer to lead the design and delivery of enterprise-scale backend services and consumer API platforms. You will provide technical leadership across Golang, GraphQL, AWS and Kubernetes , supporting digital web, portal and mobile applications.

The successful Lead Backend API Developer will be offered an initial 12-month contract with the view to be extended , with opportunities across QLD, ACT, VIC and NSW and hybrid working arrangements.

The successful Lead Backend API Developer will be responsible for, but not limited to:
Lead the design and evolution of enterprise API platforms.
Define API architecture, engineering standards and development practices.
Drive automated testing, CI/CD, observability and platform automation.




Mentor developers and provide senior technical leadership.

The successful Lead Backend API Developer will have experience in the following:
Golang, GraphQL and enterprise API architecture .
AWS, Amazon EKS and Kubernetes cloud-native environments.
Authentication, authorisation and contemporary integration patterns.
CI/CD, automated testing and engineering governance.

This is a fantastic prospect for an experienced Lead Backend API Developer to shape enterprise digital platforms, uplift engineering capability and drive contemporary cloud-native development. The successful candidate will receive a long-term contract, hybrid working arrangements and rewarding hourly rates.

If you have the required skills and experience, APPLY NOW. Please forward your application to * quoting reference number LH0123 or explore more jobs at

📌 Lead Backend Api Developer Golang, Graphql, Aws Fed Govt! Australian Capital Territory
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📍 Australian Capital Territory