Senior Developer
Multiple Full-Time (35hpw) Temporary opportunities up to December 2028
DCS Clerk Grade - 9/10
Salary Range $129,464 - $142,665pa + super
Location flexible across Revenue NSW offices with hybrid working
Program Overview
Join a dynamic team at the forefront of multiple exciting digital transformation programs aimed at modernising core systems, enhancing customer experiences, and streamlining business processes. This role offers the opportunity to work with contemporary technology stacks and innovative solutions to drive meaningful change across the organisation.
You’ll play a key part in shaping the future of digital services and contributing to impactful projects that make a difference to NSW customers.
We are looking for experienced frontend and backend senior developers who have demonstrated experience working on complex transformation projects.
Full-stack developers are encouraged to apply; however, it is not a requirement to have both frontend and backend experience to be considered for these roles.
Key accountabilities
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Be a hands-on developer while supporting team members and ensuring that delivered solutions meet the business needs and adhere to coding and design standards.
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Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
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Conduct code reviews and ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.
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Create and maintain technical documentation, such as system architecture, codebase, and best practices.
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Participate in testing and quality assurance efforts.
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Have excellent communication skills and be able to manage customer expectations
Frontend Developer skills and experience required:
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Expert experience with React.js, including building reusable components using Storybook.
- Strong proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
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Expert proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
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Strong experience with React.js, including building reusable components using Storybook.
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Skilled in state management using Redux, Context API, and server state with React Query.
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Proficient in Styled Components, responsive/adaptive design, and UI libraries like Material UI and Ant Design.
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Experienced in integrating RESTful APIs with Axios, including handling authentication and error states.
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Strong testing skills with Jest, React Testing Library, and effective mocking strategies.
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Hands-on experience deploying front-end applications on AWS (S3, CloudFront, Cognito, API Gateway).
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In-depth understanding of web accessibility (WCAG), cross-browser compatibility, and performance optimization.
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Proficient with Git and collaborative workflows (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket).
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Solid knowledge of front-end build tools and browser debugging techniques.
Backend Developer skills and experience required:
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Extensive Python experience required
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Hands on expertise with Infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform.
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Expertise in micro service and Java design patterns.
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Hands on web front-end experience with React
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Proficiency in cloud-native development practices including serverless computing, containers, and Kubernetes orchestration.
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Expertise in relational databases RDBMS and NoSQL databases.
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Expert experience developing within agile methodology using CI/CD pipelines.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 1 page) outlining how your skills and experience are aligned to the role.
During the application process please mention what best suits your previous work experience (frontend, backend or both).
About Revenue NSW
Revenue NSW is the state’s principal revenue management agency and is part of the Department of Customer Service.
Revenue Digital provides a suite of contemporary digital services for NSW Government customers and staff that administer grants, resolve fines and collect revenue for the State in a fair, efficient and timely manner. We do this in line with legislation, customer expectations and industry best practices, to make it easier for over 100,000 businesses and more than three million individuals to interact with the NSW Government. We focus on simplifying processes and improving access to services through modern, user-centred digital solutions.
We are proud of our diverse and regional team and welcome flexible working. We are open to this role being based at any one of our offices - Parramatta, Lithgow, Maitland, Gosford, Wollongong. Regular travel may be required to engage with the team and our partners at Parramatta.
Revenue NSW Digital is responsible for the delivery of state-of-the-art digital experiences focused on simplifying and improving the interactions of 20,000+ businesses and two million+ individuals with the NSW Government.
Why work for Revenue NSW? There are lots of reasons why a role with us is rewarding:
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Flexible office location across NSW
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Hybrid working, compressed hours and generous leave conditions, so you can make time for what counts
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Accrued Days Off (days in lieu) in addition to Annual Leave
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Ongoing access to industry approved self-learning tools
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Career agility including opportunities to work on different programs
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The opportunity for meaningful work that matters to all of us in NSW
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Corporate wellbeing programs with access to Fitness passport
We can’t wait to meet you!
If this role sounds like you, you can apply by clicking the button ‘Apply Online’ below - it’s a simple online process.
If you don’t meet all the criteria, but still believe you could succeed in this role, please still apply - we’d love to hear from you.
Salary Grade 9/10, with the base salary for this role starting at $129464 base plus superannuation
For enquiries relating to recruitment please contact Dhara Thakkar via
[email protected].
Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description.
A talent pool may be created as part of this recruitment process and will be valid for up to 18 months. The talent pool may be used to fill future ongoing or temporary vacancies of the same or similar role.
Closing Date: Monday, 29 June 2026 at 9:59 AM
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.
You can view our full diversity and inclusion statement here.
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