Principal Developer Salesforce

Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Ongoing full-time opportunity to lead innovation in government technology
• Office location – Parramatta preferred with all NSW locations considered upon application.
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $149,739 to $173,174 + super

What's in it for me?

Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.

The role

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) is offering an exciting opportunity for a talented and driven Principal Developer – Salesforce to join our Corporate Services team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about delivering high-impact digital solutions. As a hands-on developer and technical leader, you will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing complex applications that support strategic business outcomes and improve service delivery across NSW.

You will lead technical consulting, guide agile and DevOps practices, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, high-quality software. Collaborating with stakeholders across the department, you will contribute to solution design, implementation, and ongoing support, helping to shape the future of digital service delivery in NSW.

For more information read the full Role Description: Principal Developer Salesforce

What you will bring to the role

• Proven ability to balance competing priorities and deliver complex development projects effectively.
• Strong decision-making and accountability for delivering high-quality outcomes within agreed timeframes.
• Advanced self-management skills, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
• Demonstrated experience in customer-focused service delivery and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on innovation and user experience.
• Advanced understanding of emerging technologies and their application to business strategies.
• Experience in project coordination, systems integration, and application support, with a focus on performance and quality.

• Experience in system analysis and design including in requirements gathering and documenting functional requirements, understanding business requirements/process.
• Demonstrated proficiency in languages and tools relevant for the specific role:
• XML, VB.NET, .NET, PHP, Java and Web Services
• Strong MS-SQL database and TSQL knowledge, skills and experience including performance tuning of SQL queries both implicit and EF generated
• Apex, Apex Classes, Apex Triggers and Communities
• Aura, LWC and Custom Lightning Components
• Bitbucket, ANT, GearSet
• Azure DevOps, Jira, Confluence
• Data Visualisation Tooling (PowerBI, QlikView etc)

About us

The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this, we: create vibrant, productive spaces and precincts; manage lands, assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing, world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people, communities and entities.

We are an inclusive and accessible workplace, where your individual contributions are valued, and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups, practices flexible working, offers job share and workplace adjustments.

Join us

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close 11:55PM on Tuesday, 14 October 2025

Should you require further information about the role please contact Nida Maqsood, Manager Platform Solutions on

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn