Developer. Role: Full time (35hpw) Ongoing.

Salary: Clerk Grade 7/8 - package includes base salary ($116,981 to $129,492) plus superannuation and annual leave loading.

Location: Sydney CBD, with hybrid working conditions and a 50% office presence required. Flexible working arrangements may be available in line with the DCS Flexible Working Policy.

Key accountabilities

In this role, you will:

- Develop robust and secure software platforms, with an immediate focus on Python, Django and React while working with other languages and technologies as required.
- Apply secure software development practices and relevant standards throughout the software development lifecycle.
- Develop unit and end-to-end test cases and undertake manual and automated testing to maintain software quality and functionality.
- Recommend and contribute to the implementation, customisation, configuration and support of COTS and bespoke platforms.
- Work with Cyber Security NSW teams and other stakeholders to understand business functions, objectives and requirements, providing technical advice and support where required.
- Contribute to technical design documentation outlining solution specifications.
- Support the Operations Directorate by performing code reviews and analysis.
- Maintain and enhance existing platforms and software.
- Contribute to software build, release and deployment activities.
- Support the transition of software solutions into BAU through documentation, knowledge sharing and ongoing assistance.
- Work collaboratively as part of a small team, with regular verbal and written communication.
- Uphold secure development and security practices to maintain the security of Cyber Security NSW.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

- 2+ years’ experience working within complex IT environments as a Developer or Junior Developer




- Product-based software development experience and proficiency in one or more modern programming languages, particularly Python, with Django experience highly desirable.
- Experience with modern frontend technologies including JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5 and CSS3, with knowledge of frameworks such as React, Angular or Vue.js desirable.
- A strong approach to writing clean, readable and high-quality code, with consideration for reusability, extensibility, maintainability, scalability and security.
- An interest in secure software development, with a focus on security by design and security engineering.
- A demonstrated interest in learning current languages, technologies, approaches and development methods.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to communicate, train and work effectively with non-technical users.
- The ability to take initiative, manage your own work and contribute effectively within a collaborative team environment.

Essential Requirements

- Must be an Australian Citizen with an ability to obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance, and willingness to undergo a criminal history and identity verification and ongoing probity checks as a condition of employment.

Why work for Cyber NSW?

- Flexible working: We offer a broad range of flexible working arrangements.
- Career development: Ongoing learning and development opportunities through expert-led sessions, online training and professional development opportunities.
- Work-life balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-Exec roles) based on a 35-hour work week.
- Wellbeing support: Access to employee assistance programs, including EAP, Fitness Passport, and wellbeing initiatives.
- Inclusive culture: Staff led Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including DCS Pride, Young Professionals Network and more.
- Leave entitlements: Four weeks annual leave and paid sick leave, carer’s leave, and long service leave.&

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