Full Stack Developer

Overview

National Archives of Australia (National Archives) provides leadership in the best practice management of the official record of the Commonwealth and ensures that Australian Government information of enduring significance is secured, preserved and available to government agencies, researchers and the community.

Our vision is to be a world-leading archive and to strengthen Australia/'s cultural identity and democracy by connecting people with the evidence of Australian Government activities and decisions. We aim to meet the future needs of government and the public in a changing digital environment through comprehensive digital capability and service delivery. National Archives is committed to inclusion and developing the capability and expertise of our staff; we offer programs such as Studies Assistance and Health and Wellbeing to support staff and our strategic objectives.

About the role

The Technology branch supports the National Archives in meeting its vision and strategic goals through services, technology, infrastructure, software, security and governance of its information assets. The Applications Integration section develops, integrates and supports the National Archives collection management and digital presence applications, working with business areas and I&T to deliver products and services.

The Full Stack Developer designs, develops and maintains secure, scalable, and user-friendly digital applications. As part of the Applications Integration Section, the role contributes to digital transformation by delivering modern web and enterprise solutions using .NET and React. The developer works across the full technology stack, collaborating with business stakeholders and technical teams to implement enhancements, support integration efforts and drive continuous improvement in application delivery.

This role is suited to a technically skilled and proactive individual who thrives in agile environments and is passionate about building high-quality digital services.

Responsibilities

- Design, develop, and maintain full stack applications using ASP.NET Core, MVC, C#, and React.
- Develop and optimise backend services, APIs, and database interactions using SQL and Oracle.
- Diagnose and debug application issues to ensure secure and available services.
- Contribute to DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines, source control (Git/TFS), and cloud-native deployment.
- Collaborate with business areas to translate functional requirements into technical solutions.
- Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning and retrospectives.
- Generate innovative solutions to technical challenges and contribute to legacy system modernization.
- Maintain technical documentation and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.
- Apply secure coding practices and support compliance with Essential 8 and PSPF standards.
- Promote and apply APS and National Archives values, including diversity, inclusion, and participative management.

Qualifications

- Demonstrated experience as a full stack developer using ASP.NET Core, MVC, C#, and React.
- Strong front-end development skills including responsive design, accessibility, and UX principles.
- Experience with Oracle and SQL databases, Apache Solr; TFS/DevOps and cloud environments will be highly regarded.
- Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Azure DevOps, Git, CI/CD pipelines).
- Knowledge of cloud environments and API integration.
- Experience with Agile methodologies and collaborative development practices.
- Tertiary qualifications in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent field.

Are you eligible?

To be eligible for the role you must be an Australian citizen. If you are selected, you will be required to successfully undergo a pre-employment check and be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at a Baseline level.

How to apply

You need to apply through our e-recruitment system.

Your application will need to include:

- Names and contact details of at least two referees, one of whom should be a current supervisor.
- A statement (1000 words maximum) describing how your skills, knowledge and experience would enable you to perform the duties of the role in line with the Performance Expectations and the National Archives Strategy 2025–2030.

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Advertised: 06 Oct 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 27 Oct 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

Join a dynamic and forward-thinking team driving the modernisation of the National Archives/' technology stack and transforming legacy systems into scalable, secure solutions that power Australia/'s digital heritage through innovation, collaboration and impact.

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