Principal Developer
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Job Summary
Principal Developer
Department:Digital
Division:Energy Operations Digital Systems
Reference number:12990
Engagement type:Fixed Term Contract
AEMO at the Heart of Energy
Help shape the future of Australias energy markets by leading the development of critical realtime software that underpins the Wholesale Electricity Market (WEM).AEMOs Digital Division delivers the technology that supports energy system operations across all markets and jurisdictions. Within this the WEM Market Solutions team designs develops and supports software that keeps WAs power system running safely and reliably.
This includes leading development work for critical realtime power system operation software solutions ensuring requirements are met and supporting readiness and transitional activities across the WA portfolio.
About the Role
As Principal Developer youll provide technical leadership across major digital initiatives guiding a team of Senior Developers and collaborating closely with business users architects and subject matter experts. Youll play a key role in designing and delivering highavailability missioncritical software solutions that support realtime power system operations.
This is a handson technical role ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex problems leading others and shaping system design from concept to deployment.
Role responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of Senior Developers providing direction guidance and technical leadership.
- Work closely with stakeholders to translate complex requirements into scalable and secure software solutions.
- Design build and enhance missioncritical systems ensuring reliability performance and adherence to best practices.
- Participate in requirements design and peerreview sessions to drive highquality delivery outcomes.
- Act as a key reference point for architectural decisions and solution direction.
Experience and knowledge
- Extensive background as a Senior Developer or Technical Lead with experience in highavailability missioncritical systems.
- Strong proficiency across modern Microsoft and web technology stacks (C# .NET SQL REST APIs JavaScript/TypeScript frameworks)
- Experience with DevSecOps CI/CD pipelines Azure cloud services and containerisation (Docker/Kubernetes)
- Ability to engage stakeholders simplify complexity and drive technical direction.
- Bonus points for experience in energy markets realtime systems or WAs WEM Reform environment.
Education/Certificates
Tertiary qualifications in Computer Science and/or Engineering or equivalent.
In return some of our benefitsto you
- Flexible working: work from home part timejob share hybrid optionsand additional leave options
- Professional development via projects industry networksjob rotation study assistance and more.
- Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.
- Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program discounted health insurance gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
About Our Process
At AEMO we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome people of all backgrounds including people with disabilities and neurodivergence and those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the application or interview process simply let us know by emailing us at.
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About Company
AEMO manages electricity and gas systems and markets across Australia, helping to ensure Australians have access to affordable, secure and reliable energy.
