"Senior Software Developer"

• Deliver AI-powered features using modern .NET and Azure
• Mentor developers and strengthen engineering standards
• Solve complex problems across multiple enterprise platforms

Be Bold. Belong. Be More.

At Southern Cross University, we do things differently, and so can you.

A career with us is more than you might expect. Yes, it’s about the heart, connectedness and community you’d hope for in a regional university. But there’s also so much more. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper, focused learning experience and our research is deeply connected to our regions, making a difference on a global scale. This is your chance to help us build something new and meaningful for our students, our communities and your career. To drive change, make a real impact, and thrive in a place as unique as you.

You can be good anywhere. Here, you can be great.

Your opportunity

Southern Cross University is on an ambitious journey to redefine how technology empowers learning, research and community impact. We’re building a future-ready technology organisation - modern, secure, adaptable and driven by innovation. Our teams are embracing emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, to deliver smarter, more seamless services and to create meaningful benefits for students, staff and the wider community.

Within Technology Services, our five dynamic work units, Data, Architecture & Integration, Cyber Resilience, Digital Delivery & Innovation, Technology Platforms, and Operations & Services, collaborate to deliver high-impact solutions across the University.

We are seeking a Senior Software Developer to lead the design and delivery of complex software solutions that support critical university systems. Reporting to the Software & Integration Development Principal, you will play a key role in shaping technical approaches, mentoring developers and building scalable solutions across enterprise platforms.

This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact systems used across the entire University, while contributing to emerging initiatives including the adoption of AI and modern cloud technologies. You will help strengthen engineering practices, influence technical direction and deliver solutions that enable the University’s digital transformation.

You will make an impact by:

• Leading the design and development of complex software solutions across university systems
• Delivering innovative solutions using .NET, Azure, and modern cloud development practices
• Integrating enterprise platforms such as TechnologyOne, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and Blackboard
• Mentoring developers and contributing to strong engineering standards and technical clarity
• Exploring and implementing AI-driven capabilities within enterprise software solutions

What you will bring

You are an experienced and technically strong software engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and influencing how modern software is built. You bring a balance of hands-on development expertise and technical leadership, and you enjoy mentoring others while improving engineering practices.

You thrive in complex environments integrating multiple systems and are excited by opportunities to apply emerging technologies, including AI and modern cloud architectures, to deliver meaningful improvements for users.

To succeed in this role, you will also need:

• A degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or similar with ideally 5+ years software development experience
• Proficient with enterprise reporting and data tools (Crystal Reports, Oracle SQL)
• Experience delivering AI-powered features in production, such as LLMs, RAG, Semantic search, copilots
• Cloud development experience, ideally with Microsoft Azure
• Demonstrated experience mentoring developers and leading technical initiatives

It’s not essential, but we’d love it if you had experience with enterprise platforms such as TechnologyOne, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Blackboard or Microsoft Teams, or experience working in higher education or other complex enterprise environments. 

Why Southern Cross University

SCU is proudly a regional university, young, small and vibrant. That means you’ll find more exposure, opportunity and ownership - to grow, achieve and build a career that means more. And you’ll do it alongside passionate people and leaders who go the extra mile to help you succeed. A career with us is about more than just work. It’s about place, community and the life you want to live. With three main campuses at the Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour and the Northern Rivers region of NSW, we’re integral to all these wonderful communities. Find your place and be more in this beautiful part of the world.

Your opportunity is:

• Full-time, continuing (permanent)
• Located at either Coffs Harbour, NSW 2450, Gold Coast, QLD 4225, or Lismore, NSW 2480. Relocation Assistance, making it easier to join our regional communities
• HEW Level 8. The base salary ranges from $120,756 - $133,154 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $155,790.

You will enjoy a range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, growth and work-life balance. For more information on our benefits and what it’s like to work at SCU, visit Why work at Southern Cross University?

Be more with Southern Cross University today

Southern Cross University values potential as much as experience. If you do not meet all the listed requirements but are excited about the role and confident you can contribute, we encourage you to apply or reach out for more information.

Name: Vivian Cormier

Email: Jobs@scu.edu.au

Applications close 11.30pm AEDT Thursday 2 April 2026

Eligible applicants must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency or current working rights in Australia for the entire duration of the appointment. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website.  

Southern Cross University celebrates the rich diversity of our regions and international community. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values people of all backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure every candidate can fully participate. For any support through the recruitment process reach out to jobs@scu.edu.au.

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