Overview
Senior Platform Engineer (Software Engineer). Location: Sydney with weekly office attendance and hybrid working. Employment Type: Temporary (12 months), Full-time. Clerk Grade: 9/10. Annual Salary Range: $129,464 - $142,665 plus superannuation.
The Platform Engineering team is a small, fast-paced agile team delivering modern platform enhancements and secure cloud-enabled solutions. We are currently building web applications that automatically provision secure Azure infrastructure, and we're looking for a Platform Engineer (Software Focus) to strengthen our application and API capabilities. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in full-stack development, enjoys designing APIs, and is passionate about building secure, scalable software solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and Enhance Platform Applications: Build and maintain applications using TypeScript, Express, Next.js, and React. Design and develop scalable APIs to support platform automation and infrastructure provisioning. Contribute to reusable components and shared libraries across applications.
* Implement Testing and Quality Practices: Develop and maintain automated tests using Jest and modern testing practices. Apply sound engineering principles including modular design and maintainable code patterns.
* Software Security & Remediation: Identify and remediate software vulnerabilities across applications. Implement secure coding practices and contribute to ongoing security uplift initiatives. Partner with cloud engineers and product teams to integrate software solutions with Azure-based infrastructure. Contribute to architectural decisions and platform design discussions.
To Be Successful in This Role, You Will Demonstrate
* Strong experience developing applications using TypeScript, Express, Next.js, and React.
* Experience designing and building RESTful APIs.
* Solid testing experience using Jest or similar frameworks.
* Experience with software security remediation and secure development practices.
* Ability to work effectively in Agile teams in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Nice to Have
* Experience with Azure Cloud and DevOps practices.
* Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation.
* Experience integrating AI solutions, including: AI service integrations, AI Foundry, Prompt flows.
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a high-performing, supportive engineering team that values collaboration and knowledge sharing.
* Work on interesting, technically challenging projects that genuinely matter.
* Access ongoing learning and development opportunities, including exposure to cloud, DevOps, and emerging AI technologies.
* Enjoy a flexible hybrid working environment with one day per week in the office.
* Receive a competitive salary and superannuation package aligned to Clerk Grade 9/10.
What We Need From You
To apply, please attach your resume (max 5 pages) and cover letter (max 2 pages). In your cover letter, please share your motivation for applying and your relevant skills. Please note candidates invited to interview will be required to complete additional assessments.
Salary Grade 9/10, with the base salary for this role starting at $129,464 base plus superannuation.
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Closing Date: Thursday 26 March 2026 at 9:59am
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