APS4,APS5 Associate Software Developers
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Job Description
Contract Details
- Start Date: Thursday 25 September 2025
- Initial Term: 15 months
- Extension Options: Up to two 12-month extensions
About the Role
We are seeking multiple Associate Software Developers to support the delivery of secure innovative software capabilities across its mission-critical systems. These roles are suited to early-career professionals with strong technical foundations and a desire to contribute to national security in a fast-paced high-impact environment.
Successful candidates will be placed in agile teams responsible for developing integrating and maintaining software solutions. A merit pool will be established for future opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Design develop integrate and document software solutions that meet business and security requirements
- Support system monitoring troubleshooting and issue resolution
- Assist with automation and deployment of software using COTS and GOTS tools
- Contribute to the development of automated testing and continuous integration pipelines
- Document technical processes and support knowledge sharing within the team
- Escalate issues and seek guidance from senior team members as needed
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with ASD standards
Technical Skills & Experience
- Proficiency in one or more of the following: Python Java JavaScript/TypeScript J2EE RESTful APIs Django Ruby
- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes and OpenShift
- Experience or knowledge of automation tools like Puppet Ansible and Docker
- Understanding of secure coding practices and software development lifecycle
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Requirements
Essential criteria
1. PROG 3 - Programming/software development: Level 3 (SFIA) Designs codes verifies tests documents amends and refactors moderately complex programs/scripts. Applies agreed standards and tools to achieve a well-engineered result. Monitors and reports on progress. Identifies issues related to software development activities. Proposes practical solutions to resolve issues. Collaborates in reviews of work with others as appropriate.
Additional requirements
Essential criteria 1. PROG 3 - Programming/software development: Level 3 (SFIA) Designs, codes, verifies, tests, documents, amends and refactors moderately complex programs/scripts. Applies agreed standards and tools to achieve a well-engineered result. Monitors and reports on progress. Identifies issues related to software development activities. Proposes practical solutions to resolve issues. Collaborates in reviews of work with others as appropriate. 2. ASUP 3 - Application support: Level 3 (SFIA) Follows agreed procedures to identify and resolve issues with applications. Uses application management software and tools to collect agreed performance statistics. Carries out agreed applications maintenance tasks. 3. RELM 3 - Release and deployment: Level 3 (SFIA) Uses approved tools and techniques for specific deployment activities. Administers the recording of activities, logging of results and documents technical activities undertaken. 4. TEST 2 - Testing: Level 2 (SFIA) Designs test cases, creates test scripts and test data, and automates repeatable tasks working to the requirements or specifications provided. Defines test conditions for given requirements. Executes and records manual and automated testing in accordance with test plans. Analyses and reports on test activities, results, issues and risks. 5. SYSP 3 - System software: Level 3 (SFIA) Monitors operational systems for resource usage and failure rates, to inform and facilitate system software tuning. Applies system software parameters to maximise throughput and efficiency. Installs and tests new versions of system software. Contributes to preparation of software implementation procedures with fall back contingency plans. Additional requirements 1. What level of security clearance do you hold and provide your AGSVA CSID?
Employment Type
Full Time
