Be part of the University of Newcastle's ongoing digital transformation and lead the development on one of our core platforms, Dynamics 365 CE.
The Role
At our university, Dynamics 365 CE is a foundational platform driving digital transformation across student recruitment and admission. It underpins our engagement and relationship management capabilities, enabling streamlined workflows, improved user experiences, and data-driven decision-making. As a Senior Dynamics 365 Developer, you'll be part of a collaborative team that ensures the platform remains robust, scalable, and aligned with the evolving needs of our organisation.
You'll be more than a technical expert—you'll be a hands-on problem solver, change driver, and mentor of small squads of developers, leading the way in delivering secure, scalable, and innovative digital solutions. Be part of a team that works across an enterprise-grade modern tech stack including GitHub, Azure DevOps, Okta, SailPoint, AWS/Azure Cloud, ServiceNow, Microsoft Fabric, Dynamics 365, Mulesoft, Atlassian (Jira/Confluence) and more.
What You'll Do
Design and build scalable, reusable Dynamics 365 CE solutions including scripting, configuration, integrations, and customisations
Engage with stakeholders to understand needs, refine scope and manage expectations
Work closely with business analysts, solution architects, and service designers to translate requirements into prototypes and final solutions
Create and maintain technical designs, specifications, and knowledge transfer materials
Oversee code / build quality, review deployments, and enforce development standards
Drive CI/CD and automation practices to boost efficiency and productivity
Provide advanced technical support, troubleshoot issues, implement bug fixes, and perform root cause analysis
Ensure platform health through regular maintenance, upgrades, and secure coding practices
Participate in agile ceremonies and contribute to agile delivery practices
Mentor and guide a talented DevOps team, building capability and fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
What We're Looking For
Extensive experience in senior software development or technical leadership roles that oversee a team of developers from junior to senior
Dynamics 365 CE developer certifications
Hands-on development Dynamics 365 CE using C#, HTML, CSS and JavaScript, with a solid track record of delivering scalable and maintainable solutions
Skilled in customising / developing Dynamics 365 Power Pages, workflows Power Automate and plugins
Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining integrations for Dynamics 365 CE within complex IT environments
Proven ability to manage Dynamics 365 CE platform upgrades and cloning activities with minimal disruption
Passion and experience in uplifting code quality, development standards and CI/CD practices
Demonstrated experience diagnosing and resolving issues within the Dynamics 365 CE platform, including fixing bugs and identifying root causes to keep services running smoothly
Able to clearly articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
This full-time position is an initial fixed term until October 2027 at a HEW8 Higher Education Level located in the Digital Technology Solutions department at Callaghan Campus.
About Our University
The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe.
What We Offer
Competitive remuneration +superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience
35-hour work week with flexible working arrangements
Up to 2 days work from home or remote per week
17% super and salary packaging
7 additional University Holiday days, generous 15 days personal leave, 10 days life leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme
Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more
Wellbeing programs
Your Application Must Include
Your resume
A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity
A statement addressing each of the 'What we're looking for' criteria listed above demonstrating your qualifications and experience with examples
Equal Employment Opportunity
Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit.
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📌 Senior Dynamics 365 Developer
🏢 University of Newcastle
📍 Newcastle