Senior Product Engineer

NSW Department of Customer Service

Sydney NSW (Hybrid)

Product Management and Development (Information and Communication Technology)

Contract/Temp

129464.00 to 142665.00 p.a. + superannuation

Senior Product Engineer _ (Microsoft SQL Server programming)

Employment Type: 1 X Temporary role until 30 June 2026

Grade: Clerk Grade 9/10

Salary Range: 129,464 to 142,665 p.a. base salary dependent on experience, plus 12% superannuation

Location: Flexible/hybrid working arrangements available across NSW, with some travel to Sydney metro locations required from time to time (negotiable)

The opportunity

We are now inviting applications for the opportunity of Senior Product Engineer for Government Technology Platforms, within Digital NSW as it transforms to become the state's trusted partner to enable accessible and secure digital platforms and services for the citizens and business of NSW.

In this role, you will lead the build and deployment of high-quality, reliable, reusable and maintainable ICT / Digital systems and/or networks to support the delivery of strategic objectives for the Organisation and/or partner agencies.

Day to day responsibilities

Attending agile ceremonies such as stand-ups, sprint planning, sprint review to provide overview and insights on working being delivered as a part of a multi-disciplinary Product Team

Participate in code reviews to ensure high-quality code is delivered across the engineer chapter, ensuring reuseable and scalable code is produced

Deliver and execute on delivery of code that support the delivery of All of Government products and services

What you will bring to this role

Extensive experience in end-to-end product development, ensuring high-quality delivery through the build, release, maintenance, and enhancement of thoroughly tested and optimised features.

Expertise in providing specialist advice to enhance solution design and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver valuable software aligned with the organization's ICT/Digital strategy

Experience in design and iterative testing of products/systems to ensure compliance with standards, enhancing code quality and reducing operational risk

Experience in enhancing developer practices to drive high performance in ICT/Digital product and system development, while managing technology changes to optimise outcomes in line with organisational and government priorities.

Experience in optimising system requirements for enhanced efficiency, security, and customer-oriented ICT/Digital capabilities, while coaching engineers to deliver high-quality, compliant services and a positive customer experience.

Essential requirements

Advanced experience (4 years +) with SQL queries, SQL programming (database procedures/functions), and database development

Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, GitHub, GitLab, SVN) including managing repositories, branching strategies, and conducting code reviews.

Release and deployment experience and conducting code review.

Solution design including creation of detailed design documentation and presentations to Governance

Guidance and mentorship to junior product engineers, fostering their growth and enhancing team productivity

Proactive engagement with stakeholders to refine business requirements and acceptance criteria, driving alignment with project goals

Communication of technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and relatable manner, ensuring shared understanding of project objectives

Performing Proof of Concepts for feasibility of solutions

Desirable

Experience with systems integration, APIs (Web services, RESTful, SOAP, HTTP)

Groovy / Java scripting experience highly desirable but not essential

Amanda experience highly desirable but not essential

GTP embraces the use of AI to enhance productivity and creativity. In the Assignment to Role process, AI tools should be used solely for drafting and planning purposes, final submitted applications need to be your own work and reflective of your personal experience.

Click the link to submit your application. Please attach your resume and a cover letter demonstrating how your skills and experience align with the role.

Salary Grade 09/10, with the base salary for this role starting at base plus superannuation

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For enquiries relating to recruitment contact Sujatha Sankarankutty via Sujatha.Sankarankutty@customerservice.nsw.gov.au