Working for the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI) allows you to play a part in connecting the people of Western Australia. We are a progressive organisation. We are leaders in providing safe, accessible, sustainable, and efficient transport services and solutions that promote economic prosperity and enhance the lifestyles of all Western Australians.
The Opportunity
We're growing our Business Information Systems team and have created two brand-new Development Lead roles. In these positions, you'll play a key part in delivering innovative applications that support the Department's vision for a connected and sustainable WA.
While these roles share the same core responsibilities, each will focus on a different technology stack including:
* Frontend/UI applications such as Angular, JSF and Primefaces, or
* Backend/Cloud technology systems such as AWS, Spring Boot, Java or J2EE.
Some key activities these roles will undertake include:
* Lead the developers to ensure best practice processes are used for software development and release and change management;
* Review and support the development team to ensure their code is of good quality and meets cyber security standards using tools such as SonaType and SonaQube.
* Provides high level technical advice and leads the development team when there are technical support issues;
* Ensure adherence to approved development standards, guidelines and architectural principles; and
* Provide guidance for the implementation of system upgrades and patching.
This is an exciting chance to bring your technical leadership to a growing team, introduce best practices, and help shape the future of transport technology.
For further information about the role, we encourage you to review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) and contact Tamara Davey, Director Applications Delivery on (08) 6551 6994 and/or tamara.davey@transport.wa.gov.au.
There is currently one (1) brand new permanent full-time position available. Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments will be made for this or similar future vacancies (fixed term or permanent) that arise within the next 12 months from date of first appointment across DTMI.
About you
* You love turning ideas into smart, practical solutions.
* You're confident across the full software development lifecycle and best security practices.
* DevOps and Agile aren't just buzzwords to you—they're how you work best.
* You're great at guiding architecture decisions and mentoring your team.
* Collaboration and clear communication are your strengths.
We believe everyone at the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI) is a leader, contributing to our impactful work for the sector and community. We expect all employees to embody the behaviours and mindsets outlined in the Building Leadership Impact and Leadership Expectations. The leadership context of this position is Personal Leadership.
* A competitive salary, and 12% employer contributed superannuation and salary sacrifice options.
* Generous leave entitlements including 4 weeks' annual leave, 3 public service holidays yearly and long service leave every 7 years.
* Salary packaging options to lease a new car.
* Discounted gym memberships and health facilities.
* A fabulous employee assistance program with a range of services and support channels
* Bright, modern facility close to transport links with a friendly team environment.
* Work for an innovative Government agency with limitless long-term career prospects.
* Not just a job, but an opportunity to develop your career across other areas of transport.
In addition to rewarding work, we invite you to be Part of Something Real. Learn more about our commitment to you, here.
What is a recruitment pool?
This is a pool recruitment process; we use recruitment pools to build a bank of talent who we feel might be suited to future opportunities within the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure. You may join us on a full-time, part-time, fixed term or permanent basis however an appointment is not guaranteed.
This pool process can be used to fill other part time and full-time positions that may arise over the next twelve months.
The recruitment pool will remain open for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of first appointment.
How to Apply
Apply online by clicking the 'Apply for Job' button and provide the following documents in Word or PDF format:
* A detailed CV that clearly outlines the skills and experiences you have gained in relation to the job description, including specific examples of the technologies and tech stacks you have worked with; and
* A maximum two (2) page summary responding to the following questions:
* Describe a recent project where you led development through the full software development lifecycle. In your response, please include: The technology stack you used
* The processes, governance and tools you used to ensure code quality and security.
* Your role in guiding and supporting the team, and how you collaborated with stakeholders to achieve the outcome.
Please, nominate two (2) referees who can provide feedback on your capacity to meet the Work-Related Requirements. At least one of the referees should be your most recent, immediate supervisor.
Applications for this opportunity close at 3pm on Tuesday, 17 March 2026.
Please ensure your application is submitted on time, as late applications will not be accepted.
DTMI may conduct further search activities or extend the closing date, if required to supplement the field of applicants.
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace
The Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI) is committed to building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community. We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternate format of the application form), have any question about the process or how to submit your application, please contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@transport.wa.gov.au or (08) 6551 6888.
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