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Software Developer

Contract Type

Contract

Location

New South Wales, Sydney

Industry

IT

Specialisation

Government

Salary

Up to AU$850 per day + Super

Contact Name

Laurie Weeks

Contact Email

laurie@talenza.com.au

Date published

07-10-2025

Job Reference

BBBH19298

Description

Role: Software Developer Day Rate: $850 + Super Contract Length: 5-months (High chance of extension) Location: Sydney/WFH Flex

The Role

An experienced Software Engineer is required to join our NSW Government client's digital team. You'll work within a collaborative Agile environment alongside Senior Developers, a Designer, BAs, and QA specialists to modernise and rebuild key citizen-facing webforms and transactions.

This role will contribute to moving legacy transaction forms to a new design system using modern web technologies and AWS serverless architecture.



Key Responsibilities

  • Develop full-stack web applications using modern frameworks and cloud technologies.

  • Design and prototype user interfaces, implementing design elements in line with established standards.

  • Build and maintain scalable front-end and back-end systems in React, Node, and Express.

  • Design and manage database structures in Oracle or SQL Server.

  • Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams.

  • Conduct unit testing and support system testing, deployment, and production troubleshooting.

  • Contribute to CI/CD pipeline improvements using GitLab.

  • Work autonomously while coordinating effectively with peers and stakeholders.



Technical Environment

  • Front End: TypeScript, React (v19)

  • Back End: TypeScript, Node.js, Express

  • Cloud: AWS (predominantly serverless architecture)

  • CI/CD: GitLab pipelines

  • Databases: Oracle, SQL Server

  • Nice to Have: Python



About You

  • 3-5 years' experience in full-stack software development.

  • Strong hands-on experience with React, Node.js, and AWS serverless solutions.

  • Demonstrated ability to work independently within a collaborative Agile team.

  • Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and modern development practices.

  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

  • Previous NSW Government or public sector experience highly regarded.

If this sounds like YOU, please APPLY today!

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