Emanate Technology is working with a federal government organisation looking for a Senior Full Stack Developer to help deliver a new digital platform built on modern AWS and headless CMS technologies.
This role is primarily focused on backend development and integrations rather than traditional front-end development.
You'll be building APIs, authentication services, search capability and integrations with business systems, while working alongside front-end developers, content specialists and delivery teams.
It's a good fit for someone who enjoys building things properly, likes working across multiple technologies and is comfortable owning technical problems from design through to production.
What You'll Be Doing
Building and supporting APIs using AWS API Gateway and Lambda
Developing integrations with internal and third‐party systems
Implementing authentication and authorisation using Amazon Cognito
Building and improving search services using Amazon OpenSearch
Developing AI‐enabled services using Amazon Bedrock
Working with TypeScript, Node.js and modern web technologies
Supporting Contentstack integrations and content delivery services
Building and maintaining Infrastructure as Code
Maintaining CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions
Contributing to architecture decisions, technical design and code reviews
Supporting production releases and ongoing platform improvements
What we're Looking For
Strong experience building applications using TypeScript and Node.js
Experience designing and developing REST APIs




Hands‐on AWS experience, particularly Lambda, API Gateway and Cognito
Experience building integrations between applications and business systems
Experience with serverless architectures and cloud‐native development
Strong understanding of application security, authentication and API design
Experience with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, CloudFormation or AWS CDK
Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and GitHub Actions
Strong communication skills and the ability to work closely with both technical and non‐technical stakeholders
Nice to Have
Experience with OpenSearch
Experience with Bedrock or other AI services
Experience with Astro, Next.js or similar frameworks
Experience with Contentstack, Contentful or other headless CMS platforms
AWS certifications
Experience working in government or another regulated environment
What's On Offer?
Work across a modern AWS stack with a strong focus on backend development and integrations
Chance to contribute to a high‐profile website rebuild and content platform migration
Small team environment with genuine ownership and autonomy
No security clearance required
We are an inclusive employer committed to fostering a diverse and accessible workplace.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people of all ages, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
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📌 Full Stack Developer (Canberra)
🏢 Emanate Technology
📍 Canberra