Senior Application Developer at New South Wales Government

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Natural, Adabas, Software Development Lifecycle, Technical leadership, System design, Mainframe environments, Batch processing, Online processing, Application maintenance, Testing, Documentation, Process mapping, Agile, PRINCE2, Waterfall, Quality assurance

Industry

Law Enforcement

Description

Computer Systems Officer Level 5 Ongoing Full-Time Sydney Olympic Park About us The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW. About the role We have an opportunity for a Senior Application Developer to be part of our Application Platform Services, Technology & Communication Services Command team. The Senior Application Developer guides other application developers and leads in the creation of large or complex applications that facilitate the achievement of business outcomes through the use of process and technology. We are seeking candidates with Project Methodology Knowledge & Experience: • Demonstrated experience working within recognised delivery methodologies such as: • PRINCE2 • Waterfall • Agile (SCRUM) • Ability to operate effectively in both structured, governance-driven environments and iterative delivery models. • Experience providing technical leadership within project and operational delivery contexts. Strong Understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) • Comprehensive end-to-end understanding of the SDLC for enterprise application development. • Strong expertise across analysis, design, development, testing, deployment,and support phases. • Ability to translate business and functional requirements into robust technical designs and implementable solutions. • Proven experience supporting and enhancing large-scale, long-lived applications. Natural / Adabas Application Development Expertise • Extensive experience developing, enhancing, and maintaining applications using Natural and Adabas. • Strong understanding of mainframe environments and batch and online processing concepts. • Ability to analyse existing Natural / Adabas codebases and implement enhancements, defect fixes, and performance improvements.. • Experience supporting legacy systems while contributing to modernisation and service improvement initiatives. Testing Capability • Ability to design, execute, and review effective test cases aligned to SDLC activities. • Experience supporting system, integration, and user acceptance testing for enterprise applications. • Strong focus on ensuring solution quality, stability, and adherence to business requirements. Documentation & Process Mapping • High attention to detail in technical documentation, specifications, and service mapping. • Ability to understand, analyse, and clearly document complex application logic and data flows. • Skilled in documenting both technical and business processes to support maintainability and knowledge transfer. Workload & Quality Management • Proven ability to maintain productivity in high-volume and operationally critical environments. • Strong commitment to coding standards, quality assurance, and risk mitigation. • Ability to manage competing priorities while delivering stable, high-quality outcomes. Continuous Improvement Mindset • Demonstrated drive for ongoing application, process, and service improvement. • Proactive in identifying opportunities to enhance system performance, reliability, and maintainability. • Able to work independently on complex tasks while also contributing effectively within a team environment. Adaptability & Learning • Ability to quickly learn new tools, technologies, and business domains. • Comfortable working with legacy platforms while adapting to evolving technical and organisational requirements. • Structured training and support will be provided as required. Role Focus The primary focus of this role is senior application development within Natural / Adabas environments, with responsibilities including application maintenance, enhancement, technical analysis, and support. Occasional collaboration with analysis, testing, and operational teams will be required to ensure end-to-end delivery and system stability. View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role) What we can offer you At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include: competitive salary; flexible work options; opportunity to purchase leave; annual leave loading; corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport; free annual influenza vaccination; salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease; convenient location for public transport and to shops etc. How to Apply Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website. To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role. Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview. Please address each of the following Target Questions (500 word per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document. Target Question 1: Have you been involved in integrating Natural / Adabas systems with newer technologies or supporting a modernisation initiative? Elaborate on the scenario. Target Question 2: Please provide examples relevant to this role, of when you have applied your skills and experience in developing solution design, technical specifications and systems design that have contributed to successful delivery , support and handover of projects involving multiple agencies collaborations. Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process. If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Samar Chopra via 0423 050 490. To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses: an Australian Citizen; a permanent resident of Australia; or a New Zealand citizen. Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force. Our commitment to Diversity At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages. We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you: Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at PCC-AEET@police.nsw.gov.au Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at PCC-INCLUSION@police.nsw.gov.au Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at PCC-INCLUSION@police.nsw.gov.au This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months. For more information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force click here Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

Responsibilities

The Senior Application Developer leads the creation and maintenance of complex applications within Natural and Adabas environments. They provide technical leadership, ensure system stability, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust technical solutions.