Senior Developer - .NET
Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO)
Division: Digital
Department: Energy Markets & Corporate Digital Systems
Reference number: 12695
Engagement type: Fixed Term Contract (12 Month FTC) based in Melbourne/Sydney.
AEMO at the Heart of Energy
AEMO is Australia’s independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMO’s purpose is to ensure safe, reliable and affordable energy today, and enable the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians. Australian governments are now committed to a net zero economy for Australia by 2050 and our vision is to enable this. We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to co-design the future of our energy systems, and our core values revolve around character, commitment, and connection.
About The Team & The Position
As part of the Digital division, Energy Markets & Corporate Digital Systems (EMCDS) holds the accountability of successful management for some of AEMO’s critical IT applications as well as providing key enabling services and functions to the wider Digital division. EMCDS is accountable for the management of market systems across the National Electricity Market (NEM) and Wholesale Electricity Market (WEM), retail systems across NEM, WEM and GAS as well as all corporate systems across AEMO and its Subsidiaries.
The team operates under a DevSecOps model which in essence means the team manages and supports the systems from early concept through to runtime operations. The role ensures that the key Business as Usual (BAU) functions continue to run smoothly whilst delivering customer‑focused incremental improvements and enhancements. On call is required one week in five approximately once you have the required detailed knowledge, dependent on the number of staff.
Position Responsibilities
Responsible for designing, developing, and supporting software solutions with a strong focus on .NET technologies.
Experience in software development in mission critical IT projects, especially high‑availability systems. Collaborate closely with other teams, contribute to the Developer Community of Practice, and play a key role in reviewing, approving, and supporting enhancements to common code.
Provide BAU support, manage incidents, and deliver Level 2/3 technical assistance across a wide range of systems and platforms.
Contribute to secure, scalable system design and development, while sharing knowledge and maintaining high standards across the team.
Strong passion for diagnosing and resolving technical issues efficiently and effectively.
Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time with minimal supervision.
Strategic, logical, and creative thinker with a keen eye for detail and commitment to quality. Excellent collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and coordinate across teams.
Position Requirements Skills & Experience
Extensive experience in Microsoft .NET application development and modern web frameworks like Vue, Angular, and React.
Proven track record in designing bespoke, mission‑critical IT solutions with high availability and performance.
Robust proficiency in cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and web technologies including RESTful APIs, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and XML.
Solid background in relational databases such as Oracle and MS SQL, with hands‑on experience in system integration and data modelling.
Skilled in Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid methodologies, with deep familiarity in JIRA, CI/CD pipelines, source control, and test automation.
Demonstrated ability to apply technical knowledge in software design, development, and analysis across diverse environments.
Experienced in using Wikis and knowledge management systems to support collaboration and continuous improvement.
Education / Professional Certifications
Degree or tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Engineering.
Possesses relevant professional certifications or equivalent experience in key technologies and platforms.
Benefits
Flexible working: work from home, part time, job share, hybrid options, and additional leave options.
Professional development via projects, industry networks, job rotation, study assistance and more.
Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.
Reward your hard work with annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).
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 talent@aemo.com.au.
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