About This Opportunity

Are you ready to make a significant impact at one of Australia’s leading universities? As a Senior Developer at UQ, you’ll be part of a talented, multi-skilled team dedicated to creating cutting-edge automation solutions. Your expertise in software engineering will be crucial in developing innovative technical solutions, adhering to best practices, and driving agile processes. You’ll work on diverse projects across various technologies, impacting UQ stakeholders, staff, students, alumni, and the broader UQ community.

Key responsibilities:

• Innovate and Implement: Design, develop, and support information systems and infrastructure for BPM and UQ Automation platforms.
• Consult and Advise: Provide expert consulting services on bespoke solutions and technical aspects of Automation Technologies.
• Advise and Support: Offer technical advice, operational support, and contribute to the architecture, governance, and best practices of automation platforms.
• Evaluate and Improve: Investigate, evaluate, and report on new systems and processes, while enhancing team practices.

About You

• Qualifications: Postgraduate degree in IT or equivalent qualifications/experience, with significant industry experience.
• Technical Skills: Strong software development experience, especially in front-end development using JavaScript frameworks, and proficiency in Database concepts, Linux, Data management (RDBMS), and SQL.
• Agile Experience: Proven ability to provide development timeline estimates and experience with agile/hybrid development methodologies.
• Analytical Mindset: Commitment to secure development practices and strong analytical skills to assess problems and propose solutions.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a passion for staying up-to-date with emerging technologies and best practices.
• Self-Motivated: Organised and methodical in delivering effective solutions.
• Bonus Points: Experience with Java/Groovy development and AWS (including S3, CloudFront, Elastic Beanstalk, RDS, and EC2)

Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia and criminal history 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.  

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Steven Goodwin, Automation Team Lead, at steven.goodwin@its.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.  

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section
• Resume

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Tuesday 03 March 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-61363).