Software Engineer

Location: New Lambton Heights, New South Wales, Australia

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2

Remuneration: $109,857.00 - $129,624.00 + 12% Super + Salary Packaging

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ597294

Closing Date: Thursday 18th September

Location | New Lambton Heights

The Activity and Performance Unit delivers local reporting solutions that enable managers to effectively monitor and analyse their activity and performance. In close collaboration with ICT, the unit ensures the use of contemporary and fit-for-purpose technologies to develop information solutions that support managers and leaders in providing high-quality care across Hunter New England (HNE).

We are seeking a highly skilled professional with extensive experience in programming and supporting information software systems. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding of current technologies and emerging innovations, along with a proven ability to document processes and workflows effectively. This role involves developing complex and detailed reports in partnership with senior executives, managers, and clinicians. You will be required to build and maintain productive relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. A strong focus on attention to detail, teamwork, and outcome-oriented collaboration is essential. High-level analytical capabilities, combined with excellent verbal and written communication skills, are critical to success in this position.

• Tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field; or extensive relevant industry experience.
• Strong programming skills in C#, T-SQL, and JavaScript.
• Experience with JavaScript frameworks, especially Angular or similar client-side libraries.
• Demonstrated ability to architect and design complex systems across diverse platforms and technologies.
• Expertise in Business Intelligence (BI) tools such as Power BI and QlikView.
• Proven ability in data analysis, including the manipulation and interpretation of large datasets.
• Advanced database management skills using Microsoft SQL Server, Sybase, and Office applications.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a deep understanding of data systems and structures.

Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to liaise effectively across all levels.

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• ADO for full-time employees
• 4 weeks annual leave each year (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Superannuation contributions
• Salary packaging options
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part-time and temporary full or part-time vacancies.

For role related queries contact Bradley Shawcross at Brad.Shawcross@health.nsw.gov.au. Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2. Stepping Up is a resource to help Indigenous job applicants apply for NSW Health positions. For more information: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp. This is a Category A position and may require assessment under NSW Health policy PD2024_015 prior to offer. Salary Packaging information available at nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New England Health is committed to an inclusive workplace. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply. Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.