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• Information Technology Services (ITS)
• Full-time, fixed term position through to February 2027
• Base salary will be in the range $102,565 - $111,686 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7)
• Based at our St Lucia location

About This Opportunity 

We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our small and collaborative Software Development Team. In this hands-on role, you'll work across a diverse technology landscape, contributing your technical expertise, mentoring skills, and solutions-focused mindset to build and support applications that make a real impact. You'll be part of a close-knit team of around ten engineers, where open communication, continuous learning, and a shared commitment to quality drive everything we do.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Design, develop, and support custom software solutions across a variety of technology stacks, including microservices, frontend frameworks, and cloud infrastructure.
• Collaborate with internal clients and IT teams to define technical requirements, improve development practices, and ensure robust, scalable solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring within the team, promoting agile methodologies and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to operational support, innovation research, and assist with broader team functions such as budgeting, planning, and process improvement.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
• 17% superannuation contributions
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• UQ Study for Staff
• On campus childcare options
• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)
• Salary packaging options

About You

• Relevant qualifications in IT or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Proficiency in developing microservice-based applications using Node.js and TypeScript, with experience in RESTful APIs.
• Experience with database technologies (both relational and NoSQL) such as Postgres, MySQL, Oracle, and DynamoDB.
• Familiarity with frontend JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue) and exposure to other languages such as Python and PHP MVC frameworks.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), Linux environments, Docker, and Infrastructure as Code.
• Strong understanding of Agile development practices (Kanban/Scrum) and code versioning tools like Git.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technically, mentor peers, and stay current with emerging technologies and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Highly Desirable - Experience with PHP and MVC Frameworks (Symfony, Laravel, etc.)

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, etc. 

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact John Hnidec, Team Leader - Application Development and Support at j.hnidec@uq.edu.au.

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (R-59177) in the subject line. 

Want to Apply? 

To submit an application for this role, go to the UQ Careers portal and use the Apply button.

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section
• Resume 

Applications close Sunday 4 January 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-59177).

Other Information 

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.

About us

aXcelerate is a leading SaaS provider, with our Student and Learning Management System powering millions of learners' course and competency records nationwide. As an industry leader, we’re on an exciting growth journey, transforming the way training providers and employers manage and support their learners.

Recognised as a Great Place to Work for three years running, we have a culture where people feel valued and supported to thrive. With ambitious growth plans and countless opportunities to develop your career, there’s never been a better time to join our team and help us shape the future of education technology.

The role

As a Senior Software Engineer, you’ll hit the ground running as part of our dynamic engineering team powering the aXcelerate platform. Your focus will be on building secure, high-quality software focusing on front end software development while collaborating in an agile environment alongside juniors, seniors, and team leads. This is an opportunity to shape the systems and technology that underpin our product.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

🚀 Drive complex projects end-to-end, from technical design through to launch.

💡Showcase & further develop your frontend skills(React) by helping uplift and modernise component driven front-ends, within existing applications

🤝 Promote best practices such as code reviews, unit testing, automation, and operational excellence.

🧭 Balance technical debt with product development priorities and identify opportunities for improvement.

🔍 Stay ahead of emerging technologies, prototyping and implementing solutions focused on reliability, security, performance, and cost.

💡 Solve complex architectural challenges with innovative, industry-aligned solutions.

📚 Mentor and coach junior and mid-level developers, supporting their professional growth.

🌐 Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product, and design teams to build high-impact solutions.

You’ll bring:

⚛️ Frontend expertise with React and TypeScript.

💻 5+ years’ full-stack development experience with proficiency across a range of technologies.

🔧 High proficiency with Git and modern version control workflows.

⚡ Proven experience resolving customer-facing issues effectively and efficiently.

📖 A collaborative and learning mindset seeking to improve teamwork and to stay current with new technologies.

🐳 Experience with containerisation and serverless technologies in AWS (desirable).

🛠️ Backend experience building APIs and serverless functions with Node.js (desirable).

What we offer

• Hybrid work opportunity: 2-3 split (Office-WFH)
• A central location, close to public transport, cafes and shops, with free on-site parking available.
• A vibrant, supportive and team-oriented culture, with regular team activities and social events.
• A focus on professional development and learning, with access to our LMS, external and internal training opportunities and your own personal annual PD budget.
• Access for you and your family to an Employee Assistance Program and resources.
• Cashback offers and discounts on popular brands through our Employment Hero app.
• Gym discount and reduced price Pilates classes.
• Opportunities for career development with well defined career pathways across the business.
• Proud members of Women in Technology with access to networking events, professional development opportunities and resources.

How to apply

Please submit an up-to-date resume outlining your suitability for the role and a portfolio if you have one (github or personal website).

We're looking for people who identify with our values - H.E.A.R.T.: Honesty, Empathy, Acceptance, Respect, and Trust, while also bringing an individual perspective to their work. We’re committed to promoting diversity in the workplace and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application process, please let us know by emailing careers@axcelerate.com.

aXcelerate acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land where we work, live and learn and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. We celebrate the stories, culture and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders of all communities who also work and live on this land. We are committed to fostering learning and development in the communities that we serve.