Software Engineer

Benefits

• Flexible working options considered.
• 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
• 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
• Salary packaging options.
• 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
• 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

Software Engineer

Job no: 523031

Work type: Full Time

Location: Crawley

Categories: Information Technology

• Design, build, and support enterprise applications across the full Software Development Life Cycle.
• Contribute to solution design, continuous improvement, and the evolution of development practices.
• 3 x full-time roles available on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $ 104,243 – $ 115,661 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

UWA is making significant investments in the Information and Technology Services to enable its strategic direction and goals. UWA is also looking to utilise technology advancements to expand its services and create new and innovative teaching and research models.

Robust, flexible, integrated and agile enterprise architecture, information and technology services are vital to enabling the university strategic objectives.

About the opportunity

• Join a high-performing team delivering modern, scalable digital solutions that support digital campus and campus operations.
• Work closely with stakeholders and cross-functional teams to support and enhance a portfolio of campus enterprise applications and platforms, delivering high-quality solutions in line with agreed service levels
• Contribute to solution design, continuous improvement, and the evolution of development practices and standards across the team

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent competency
• Proven experience as a software developer, with strong skills in modern programming languages and frameworks (e.g. C#, .NET, JavaScript/TypeScript, or similar).
• Experience building and deploying applications in cloud environments (e.g. Azure (preferred), AWS), with exposure to modern cloud-native services and practices
• Substantial experience across the full Software Development Life Cycle, with proven capability in designing, building, and integrating high-quality software solutions using software engineering best practice
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance will be required by the successful applicant. Some after-hours work may be required.

Position description: PD - Software Engineer 523031.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Ahmad Al Moustafa at ahmad.almoustafa@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 13 May 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Learn more about us.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.