Senior Software Developer

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 08 ($127, $138,349.00)

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER

This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit list for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.

The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.

Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia. 

We recognise your contribution to our workforce and offer generous remuneration and conditions including:

• Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down 
• 4 extra days of mandatory rest leave per year
• 18 days of paid personal leave per year
• Generous superannuation of 15.4%
• 18 weeks paid Parental Leave for Primary Caregiver (and 11 weeks for Secondary Caregiver) + additional unpaid leave entitlements for up until 24 months from the child's date of birth or placement
• Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement 
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangement that provides work/life balance
• Health & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities

• Are you looking for an opportunity that offers meaningful work and allows you to showcase your professionalism and stakeholder engagement skills?
• Do you want to work for an Agency that makes a big community impact by keeping Australia safe?

Applications are sought from applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Senior Software Developer.

The Chief Information Officer (CIO) Command's mission is to be a trusted frontline partner, enabling policing through problem solving, technical expertise and excellence. The CIO Command provides corporate application, ICT end to end solutions, advice, cyber security, and infrastructure that underpins AFP activities. The products and services delivered are user focused, secure, fit for purpose, and supported by a highly skilled, agile, and resilient workforce.

The AFP's Police and Operational Systems section is part of CIO is responsible for the technical delivery of the AFP's Investigation Management System (IMS). The IMS provides a single platform to manage investigations throughout their lifecycle. As a Developer in the IMS Technical team you will contribute to the development and sustainment to key application that directly supports AFP frontline members.

As a Team Leader in the AFP you will play a pivotal role in developing people, managing change and influencing behaviours that lead to a supportive culture that respects the perspectives, talents and value of each individual. Consistent with the AFP values, AFP leadership philosophy, organisational reform agendas, AFP corporate business plans and your Performance Development Agreement, it is expected that you will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below.

You will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments.

As a Senior Software Developer in the IMS Technical team you will be responsible for:

• Analysis of requirements and systems analysis of existing applications
• Creating new, and updating existing design artefacts with proposed changes
• Creating new, and updating existing User Interfaces using (C# .Net, VB6, Angular, SAS Visual Investigator). Creating new, and updating existing Interfaces (REST API). Creating new and updating existing deployment pipelines (YAML, Octopus Deploy). Undertaking general DevOps tasks (Group Policy, Citrix Management, PowerShell scripting as required)
• Implementation of proposed changes including liaising with Subject Matter Experts, Product Owner, testers, change/release/Incident management and operations teams
• Providing knowledge/skills transfer to the other team members
• Recording and maintaining files/information/documentation in accordance with AFP requirements
• Being accountable for completion of work within timeframes and quality requirements
• Guide and mentoring team members 
• Building and sustaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
• A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Has contemporary knowledge and experience relevant to the role.

• Experience with Linux 
• Experience with the Agile Methodology
• Relevant qualification or extensive experience and knowledge in area of expertise.

• This role is located in Canberra, however remote working options may be negotiated.

• Achieve results
• Communicates with influence
• Contributes to strategic thinking
• Cultivates productive working relationships
• Shows personal drive and integrity
• Technical knowledge and skills

Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time:

• Resume/CV - This will form the basis for determining your suitability against the position requirements and give the panel a clear outline of your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences. Please include your work history, responsibilities and achievements.
• Applicant pitch (maximum two pages). Ensure your pitch tells us why you are the best fit for the role, with examples that demonstrate your capabilities addressing the selection criteria, role requirements and work level standards for the role. 

Only complete applications will be considered. Please review and ensure the uploaded documents are correct for this application after submitting your application.

Should you successfully progress from the application stage all applicants must:

• Complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ) and provide a traffic history check and proof of Australian citizenship. This aids in the assessment of your character and your ability to comply with the AFP's professional standards both in an official and private capacity. Please review our AFP Character Standards to ensure that you meet our requirements before you submit your application. Applicants will not receive feedback if they are unsuccessful at this gateway.
• Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made.
• Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs. This sample could include; urine, saliva or hair.
• Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the level specified for the position.

Applicants who have demonstrated their suitability for employment through their resume and application, may be asked to complete additional assessments or activities to determine suitability for the role. This may also include a formal interview. Using the relevant AFP work level standards as a guide, you may be asked a range of questions to demonstrate your skills and abilities. These could include behavioural based scenario questions. Read our guides for applicants to find out how to prepare for your interview.

At the AFP we value the different perspectives, approaches and lived experiences of our people, and recognise that our collective intelligence and diversity is what makes us stronger. As such, we encourage applications from people from all walks of life, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, women, the LGBTQIA+ community and people with disability.

Contact Officer: Amy Fenton,

Contact Officer Phone: , ​

Contact Officer Email:

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 17/09/2025

To view our other employment opportunities, please visit our career site.