About the role: 

The Senior Developer plays a key role in designing, building and supporting secure, scalable and user centred ICT solutions using Microsoft 365, Power Platform and associated cloud technologies. Working within the M365 & Platforms team, the role contributes to the delivery of enterprise and business solutions that improve productivity, collaboration, information management and digital service outcomes across the Department.

About us: 

At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.  

We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all. 

About you:

Key Accountabilities Include:

• Responsible for translating business requirements into high quality technical solutions through sound design, development, testing and deployment practices, while ensuring alignment with departmental standards, architecture, security and governance frameworks.
• Provides technical leadership within project and operational contexts, supporting the delivery of new capabilities, continuous improvement initiatives, and the ongoing maintenance and support of production systems.
• Collaborates closely with project managers, functional analysts, architects, platform specialists and stakeholders to design reusable and sustainable solutions that meet evolving organisational needs.
• Contributes specialist expertise to problem resolution, incident management and enhancement activities, ensuring solutions are reliable, well documented and fit for purpose.

Qualification (s): 

• Relevant IT related degree or qualification will be highly advantageous to this role.
• Certification in PRINCE 2 or another project management methodology is strongly preferred, and experience with Agile projects is considered beneficial.

Specialist expertise::

• Extensive experience as a Senior Developer in medium to large government or commercial organisations, with expertise in solution architecture, software design patterns, development standards, application frameworks and industry best practices.
• Designing services and collaborating with analysts, architects and stakeholders to develop scalable, reusable and supportable solutions.

Please refer to the position description for a detailed list of the position accountabilities and key selection criteria. 

What we offer: 

• The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
• A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service.
• A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.

How to apply: 

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date. 

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusion@health.vic.gov.au. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

If you have any queries in relation to participation in recruitment processes at Health, or experience any issues in applying, please feel free to email talentacquisition@health.vic.gov.au. Please note that unsolicited applications from third parties cannot be accepted. If you have questions regarding the role, please message the contact person listed on the advertisement directly.  

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