Full-time, fixed term position through to December 2026
Base salary will be in the range $104,616 - $113,920 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7)
Based at our St Lucia location
We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our small and collaborative Software Development Team. In this hands-on role, you'll work across a diverse technology landscape, contributing your technical expertise, mentoring skills, and solutions-focused mindset to build and support applications that make a real impact. You'll be part of a close-knit team of around ten engineers, where open communication, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to quality drive everything we do.
Key responsibilities will include:
Design, develop, and support custom software solutions across a variety of technology stacks, including microservices, frontend frameworks, and cloud infrastructure.
Collaborate with internal clients and IT teams to define technical requirements, improve development practices, and ensure robust, scalable solutions.
Provide technical leadership and mentoring within the team, promoting agile methodologies and continuous improvement.
Contribute to operational support, innovation research, and assist with broader team functions such as budgeting, planning, and process improvement.
As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.
Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging.
Relevant qualifications in IT or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Proficiency in developing microservice-based applications using Node.js and TypeScript, with experience in RESTful APIs.
Experience with database technologies (both relational and NoSQL) such as Postgres, MySQL, Oracle, and DynamoDB.
Familiarity with frontend JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue) and exposure to other languages such as Python and PHP MVC frameworks.
Experience with cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), Linux environments, Docker, and Infrastructure as Code.
Strong understanding of Agile development practices (Kanban/Scrum) and code versioning tools like Git.
Demonstrated ability to lead technically, mentor peers, and stay current with emerging technologies and best practices.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Highly Desirable - Experience with PHP and MVC Frameworks (Symfony, Laravel, etc.)
For more information about this opportunity, please contact John Hnidec at j.hnidec@uq.edu.au. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter summarizing how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section.
Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, qualifications, professional registration (e.g. AHPRA), criminal history checks, mandatory immunisations, First Aid and/or CPR certification, and Blue Card checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing talent@uq.edu.au or calling +61 7 3365 2623.
Applications close Thursday June 4 at 11.00pm AEST (R-64795).