The Digital Business Division (DBD) has been established to bring together the retail digital functions from the Digital Trade Initiatives, Biosecurity Digital Reform Branch along with the Digital and Analytics Office within the Agricultural Trade Group. The purpose is to create a range of efficiencies in delivering best in class digital and data products. The division is responsible for a suite of mission-critical systems and services. Incorporating the Taking Farmers to Market (TFTM) and the Simplified Targeting and Enhanced Processing System (STEPS) programs. The division’s purpose is to deliver the important digital business and service reforms for the Department. DBD is at the forefront of bringing about large-scale change to our agricultural export systems and bio-security cargo clearance systems, using the experience of our customers and stakeholders through digital transformation. DBD’s work is a departmental, ministerial and Australian Government priority which will continue to support Australia economic recovery from COVID-19. Requirements Key duties and responsibilities To support this effort, we are seeking multiple Software Developers across a range of technology stacks and disciplines. These roles are vital in continuing to build, maintain, and enhancing mission-critical export & import systems used by millions of Australians. Skills & Experience We are looking for developers with experience in one or more of the following areas: Languages/Frameworks: • C++, C#, .NET Core / .NET Framework • Java / Spring Boot • JavaScript / TypeScript • React, Angular, or similar modern front-end frameworks Preferred Skills: • RESTful API development and integration • Microservices and containerisation (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) • Cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GovCloud environments) • Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) and DevOps practices • Version control using Git/GitHub/GitLab • Automated testing and CI/CD pipelines Key Attributes: • Tertiary qualifications in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline • Previous experience working on large-scale or government digital transformation initiatives • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced, and security-conscious environment • Familiarity with government digital service standards and accessibility guidelines (e.g., WCAG) Criteria The buyer has specified that each candidate must provide a response to each criterion. Each response is limited to 3000 characters. Essential criteria Weighting 1. Demonstrable experience in one or more of the following languages/Frameworks: • C++, C#, .NET Core / .NET Framework • Java / Spring Boot • JavaScript / TypeScript • React, Angular, or similar modern front-end frameworks 50% 2. Previous experience working on large-scale or government digital transformation initiatives on export and/or import systems 20% 3. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 20% 4. Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced, and security-conscious environment 10%
