Senior Developer, Enterprise Technology Branch / Infrastructure & M365 Services

About this role

About the role: 

The Senior Developer is part of the M365 & Platform team, which is responsible for designing and delivering application enhancements, managing production systems, and handling incidents and problems. This work is carried out using Microsoft cloud services including Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and legacy platforms to support departmental technology solutions.

The Senior Developer contributes to the development and delivery of solutions across multiple projects, including design, development and deployment services. The role also provides support for minor enhancements, break/fix maintenance, and ongoing system improvements across a range of departmental system solutions.

This position requires a highly skilled developer with extensive experience and expertise across a broad range of technologies and application architectures, particularly within the Microsoft ecosystem and legacy environments.

Please review position description for further information about the role.

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:

The Department of Health is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Developer to contribute to the design, development and enhancement of digital solutions that support Victoria's health system. This role works within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment to build high-quality applications, improve existing platforms and ensure technology solutions meet organisational needs and community expectations.

The successful candidate will bring strong written communication skills, producing clear and well-structured briefs, reports and technical documentation tailored to their audience. You will ensure written work is accurate, purposeful and consistent with departmental standards. You will also contribute to policy development by analysing complex information, identifying implications for the health system and presenting coherent options and recommendations. Staying well informed about contemporary issues will be essential to ensuring development work aligns with broader policy directions.

Problem solving is central to this role. You will gather and interpret technical and business information, examine issues from multiple perspectives and develop practical, sustainable solutions. You will support the implementation and continuous improvement of digital products, monitoring outcomes and adjusting approaches to achieve effective results.

A systems-thinking mindset will help you understand the relationships between technology, users and organisational processes. You will diagnose risks, opportunities and trends within the internal and external environment and apply this understanding to guide development decisions. Equally important is your ability to manage yourself effectively. You will seek feedback, reflect on your impact and apply insights to enhance the way you work. You will demonstrate emotional awareness, particularly in complex or high-pressure situations, and adapt your approach to maintain constructive relationships.

This role offers the opportunity to work on meaningful digital initiatives that shape health outcomes for Victorians. If you are driven by technical excellence, thoughtful problem solving and public impact, we encourage you to apply.

Mandatory

• A relevant IT related degree or qualification will be highly advantageous to this role.
• Certification in PRINCE 2 or other project management methodology is highly desirable.
• Certification in ITIL methodology highly desirable. 
• Agile project experience will be advantageous.
• Extensive experience as a Senior Developer within medium to large government or commercial organisations.
• Proven expertise in software design patterns, development standards, and application frameworks.

Extensive experiences in the following disciplines:

Microsoft 365 product suite:

Configuring and administrate solutions using Microsoft O365 products including Exchange, SharePoint Online, MS Teams, Swa and Power Automate.

Microsoft PowerPlatform:

Configure, develop and administrate solutions using Microsoft Power Platform offerings including Power BI, Sharepoint, Power Apps - Canvas, Power Apps - Portal, Power Automate and Dataverse.

Microsoft Azure:

• Working with Microsoft Azure cloud services, in particular Azure PaaS services (Web, API and Functions App, Azure SQL database etc.)

Azure SQL Database

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 & Sector.
• 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 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 will not be replied to. If you have questions regarding the role specifically, we would advise you to reach out to the contact listed on the advertisement directly.  

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