- Exciting chance to lead up-to-date React development and digital innovation!

- 12-month contract with the view to be extended!

- VIC location with hybrid working arrangements!

A high-profile Federal Government Agency is seeking an experienced Principal Developer / Lead React Developer to lead the delivery of innovative, accessible and high-performing digital applications. You will work across React, TypeScript, modern frontend architecture and AI-assisted software engineering, providing technical leadership and driving the development of secure, scalable and user-focused digital solutions. The successful Principal Developer will be offered an initial 12-month contract with the view to be extended, based in Victoria, with hybrid working arrangements requiring a minimum of three days onsite per week, subject to approval.

The successful Principal Developer will be responsible for, but not limited to:

- Lead the design, development and delivery of complex React and TypeScript applications, ensuring scalable and maintainable frontend solutions.

- Provide technical leadership, mentoring and guidance to development teams, establishing engineering standards and best practices.

- Collaborate with UX designers, architects, business stakeholders and backend teams to deliver accessible, responsive and integrated digital solutions.

- Drive AI-assisted development, automated testing, CI/CD pipelines,



code reviews and Agile delivery practices to improve software quality and efficiency.

The successful Principal Developer will have experience in the following:

- Demonstrated experience leading enterprise React and TypeScript application development, including component-based architecture, state management and API integration.

- Strong expertise in accessible digital services, responsive UI design, inclusive design principles and accessibility standards.

- Modern software engineering practices, including automated testing, source control, CI/CD pipelines, release management and engineering governance.

- AI-assisted software development tools, including agentic coding assistants, code generation and automated code review, with proven ability to mentor and uplift development teams.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Principal Developer to lead high-profile Federal Government digital transformation initiatives, shape modern frontend engineering practices and deliver accessible technology solutions that make a meaningful difference. If you have the required skills and experience, APPLY NOW. Please call HiTech on ************ or forward your application to *******************, quoting reference number JB0825. For more opportunities, visit ******************.

📌 Principal Developer - React, TypeScript, AI-Assisted Development - Fed Govt! (Victoria)
🏢 HiTech Group
📍 Victoria