Senior Software Developer

Overview

Southern Cross University is a regional university that values diversity, community and innovation. We are building a future‑ready technology organisation that embraces emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, to deliver smarter services and meaningful benefits for students, staff and the wider community.

Position

Senior Software Developer – Lead the design and delivery of complex software solutions that support critical university systems, report to the Software & Integration Development Principal and shape technical approaches across the University.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex software solutions for university systems.
• Deliver innovative solutions using .NET, Azure and modern cloud development practices.
• Integrate enterprise platforms such as TechnologyOne, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and Blackboard.
• Mentor developers and contribute to strong engineering standards and technical clarity.
• Explore and implement AI‑driven capabilities within enterprise software solutions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or a related field, ideally with 6+ years of software development experience.
• Strong expertise across the Microsoft .NET development ecosystem (VB.NET, .NET Framework 4.8, EF6, Blazor) and modern software architecture.
• Proficiency with enterprise reporting and data tools (Crystal Reports, Oracle SQL).
• Experience delivering AI‑powered features in production (LLMs, RAG, Semantic search, copilots).
• Cloud development experience, ideally with Microsoft Azure.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring developers and leading technical initiatives.

Preferred

• Experience with enterprise platforms such as TechnologyOne, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Blackboard or Microsoft Teams.
• Experience working in higher education or other complex enterprise environments.

Benefits and Compensation

• Full‑time, permanent role.
• Locations: Coffs Harbour, NSW 2450; Gold Coast, QLD 4225; or Lismore, NSW 2480.
• HEW Level 8 – base salary range $120,756 – $133,154 per annum, plus 17% employer contribution to superannuation (total remuneration up to $155,790).
• Relocation assistance available for regional communities.
• Benefits package designed to support wellbeing, growth and work‑life balance.

EEO Statement

Southern Cross University celebrates the rich diversity of our regions and international community. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values people of all backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.

We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure every candidate can fully participate. For any support through the recruitment process, reach out to [email protected].

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