Job Senior Software Engineer, Canberra

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$149,833 - $167,903 per annum plus superannuation

Caring for our city, creating a future for all

Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.Â

Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.Â

About the role

The City of Sydney has an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our Technology and Digital Services Team.

You’ll manage, maintain and further improve the utility of software products, facilities and technical environments through which services are delivered to our employees, communities and stakeholders.

We're looking for someone with:

• tertiary qualifications with minimum bachelor degree in computer science/engineering
• minimum five years experience in web based application development and support in a substantial and high volume/pressure organisation
• advanced .NET experience
• strong written and verbal communication skills, and ability to work outside of business hours when necessary.

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This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.Â

The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and criminal history check.Â

Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Wednesday 19 November 2025.Â

For more information, contact Chris Cui, Product Support Manager on 9265 9261.

What we can offer you

You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.

• 3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significanceÂ
• Collaborative approach to flexible working
• City centre head office, with many public transport options.

• Leadership and management development program
• Further education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leave
• Opportunity to attend external courses and conferences
• Long service and employee recognition awards
• Employee assistance program offering free, confidential counselling

• 26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leave
• Paid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leave
• Paid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leave
• Part-time and job-sharing options available
• Supportive return-to-work environment

• Recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia
• Active employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander network
• Recognised family inclusive workplace
• Veteran employment supporter

Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.

How to apply

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.Â

All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us.Â

We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at  Write to the company.au or 02 9265 9333.Â

Select ‘apply now’ to submit your resume and selection criteria.