Principal Software Engineer

Principal Software Engineer

Grade SNSW 11/12,Ongoing

Sydney CBD location, open to flexible working location across NSW and hybrid work options available.
This role sits within the SNSW Digitial Identity & Verifiable Credentials Division in the Verifiable Credentials Engineering team

About the team
Service NSW Digital is a dynamic team of engineers, designers, and product managers committed to delivering world-class digital government services. We believe in creating inclusive, accessible, and trusted digital experiences that serve all people and businesses in NSW.
At Service NSW Digital, we're building technology that makes a real difference to the lives of over 8 million people. We're looking for a Principal Software Engineer to lead the design, development, and delivery of secure, scalable, and innovative digital products.

Your day-to-day
- Leading architectural decisions and hands-on development for mobile app solution as well as cloud-based solutions.
- Mentoring engineers across all levels and fostering a culture of technical excellence.
- Driving innovation and solving complex technical challenges across multiple teams.
- Ensuring security best practices using tools like Snyk, Prisma, and Fortify.

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:
You're a strategic thinker and experienced engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment. You bring:
- 10+ years in ICT product deployment and management.
- 7+ years with technologies such as TypeScript, React Native, Kotlin, Node.js, and Apigee.
- Proven experience with AWS and Azure cloud platforms.
- Experience on pair programming, TDD, and CI/CD pipeline.
- A passion for mentoring and leading diverse engineering teams.

You're curious, analytical, and committed to continuous learning. You value diversity, ethical leadership, and inclusive design.

Salary Grade SNSW 11/12, with the base salary for this role starting at $157,596 base plus superannuation

For enquiries relating to recruitment please contact Chantelle Madden via [email protected].

Closing Date: Tuesday 1, July 2025 at 10am

Careers at Department of Customer Service
A career at the Department of Customer Service (DCS) gives you the opportunity to help improve government services and be part of reform that benefits people across NSW. We are focused on delivering excellent customer service, digital transformation, and regulatory reform. Come join us and influence the future of our great state.

Belong in our diverse and inclusive workplace

The strength of our workforce lies in its diversity and embracing difference, while the key to our success is leveraging the contributions of employees with different backgrounds and perspectives.

We want you to bring your best self to this application process. If you have any support or access needs that may require adjustments to allow you to fully participate in this selection process (including an alternate format of the application form) please contact [email protected] or 02 9494 8351.