About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and collaborative Software Designer to join our agile delivery teams. This role is ideal for professionals who thrive in fast-paced, SAFe-aligned environments and enjoy translating business features into actionable, testable user stories. You’ll work closely with Product Owners, Scrum Masters, developers, and testers to ensure the successful design and delivery of complex systems.
Key Responsibilities
* Break down high-level features into well-defined, testable user stories with clear acceptance criteria
* Lead and facilitate backlog refinement sessions with developers and testers
* Collaborate with Product Owners to understand feature intent and ensure alignment with business goals
* Work closely with Scrum Masters to support agile ceremonies and team processes
* Analyse system interactions, data flows, and dependencies to inform design decisions
* Create and maintain technical design documentation, including system flows, API specs, and data mappings
* Produce visual models such as process flows, sequence diagrams, and architecture diagrams
* Use Jira or Azure DevOps (ADO) to manage user stories, documentation, and sprint progress
Required Experience
* Expertise in translating features into detailed, testable user stories with acceptance criteria
* Deep understanding of SAFe and SCRUM ceremonies, roles, and artefacts
* Skilled in leading backlog refinement sessions to ensure stories are sprint-ready
* Strong collaboration across Product Owners, Scrum Masters, Developers, and Testers
* Proficient in documenting system behaviours, APIs, data mappings, and integration points
* Strong analytical skills to assess the impact of new stories and identify risks
* Skilled in diagramming tools such as Visio, Lucidchart, or draw.io
* Daily user of Jira or Azure DevOps (ADO) for backlog and documentation management
Preferred Experience/Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
* Agile certifications such as Certified Scrum Master (CSM), SAFe Practitioner, or equivalent
* Location: Canberra, Melbourne, Brisbane
* Employment Type: Full-time/Permanent
* Experience Level: Mid to Senior (4+ years preferred)
* Security Requirement: Australian Citizens or individuals with active security clearance, or those eligible to obtain clearance
Benefits of working at Accenture
* 18 weeks paid parental leave
* Long & short-term career break opportunities
* Structured career development program
* Local and international career opportunities
* Certified as a Family Inclusive Workplace™
* Flexible Work Arrangements centering around Accenture’s Truly Human ethos
* We are proud to be in the top 3 of last year’s Diversity & Inclusion Index!
Additional Information
Accenture is an EEO and affirmatived action employer for Females, Minorities, Veterans, and individuals with Disabilities.
At Accenture, we recognise that our people are multi-dimensional, and we create a work environment where everyone can bring their authentic selves to work, every day.
We encourage applications from all people and are committed to removing barriers to the recruitment process. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process or have a preferred communication method, please email exectalent@accenture.com and cite the relevant Job Number.
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