Full Stack Developer + Data engineer

About the Company
: Austrade is seeking an experienced Full Stack Developer to join our Digital Products and Platforms Branch. This position will be seconded to work with a small development team under the Strategy Team. The role requires a skilled professional who can work across the full technology stack, with expertise in modern frontend frameworks, data pipeline architecture, and API development. Working under the guidance of a Senior Advisor within the Strategy Team, the successful candidate will work on Data thing, our trade analytics platform, collaborating closely with our Trade, Strategy, Go Global Toolkit, and Data teams to extend features and integration capabilities. Data thing serves as a key decision-support tool for trade and investment analysis across the Agency.

Length of contract:

06 months

Contract extensions:

06 months extension

Baseline security clearance

About the Role
: The Full Stack Developer responsibilities include:

Frontend Development and Data Visualisation
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• Develop interactive dashboards and analytics interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Build responsive, component-based UI features with TypeScript.
• Create compelling data visualisations using Apache eCharts, , or similar libraries.
• Implement server-side rendering for optimal performance.

Backend API Development
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• Implement scalable REST APIs using FastAPI and Python.
• Develop authentication and authorisation middleware integrating with Azure Entra ID.
• Build efficient caching strategies and error handling patterns.
• Contribute to API documentation and versioning practices.

Data Pipeline and ETL Support
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• Support ETL processes using Azure Synapse Analytics.
• Assist in optimising data query performance between frontend applications and backend data sources.
• Implement data transformation workflows for analytical requirements.
• Help ensure data quality and integrity throughout the pipeline.

Integration and Development
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• Connect frontend applications with backend data sources, including ClickHouse and Synapse.
• Implement query systems for real-time and batch data processing.
• Develop secure authentication flows and data access patterns.
• Contribute to the team's microservices architecture.
• Team Collaboration
  :
• Work closely with the Senior Advisor and Strategy Team members.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Digital, Strategy, and Data teams.
• Document code and technical implementations.
• Participate in code reviews and team knowledge sharing.
• Support the continuous improvement of development practices.

Qualifications
: Essential Criteria:

• Technical Expertise
  :
• Strong experience with modern JavaScript frameworks (SvelteKit, React, or ).
• Proficiency in TypeScript and component-based architecture.
• Extensive experience with Python and API development (FastAPI preferred).
• Hands-on experience with ETL processes and data pipeline development, preferably Azure Synapse Analytics.
• Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and microservices architecture.
• Experience with SvelteKit/FastAPI/ClickHouse stack highly desirable.
• Data and Analytics
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• Experience building data-driven applications and analytics dashboards.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and experience with analytical databases (ClickHouse, Microsoft SQL Server, or similar).
• Understanding of data modelling, optimisation, and query performance tuning.
• Experience with data visualisation libraries and best practices.
• Cloud and DevOps
  :
• Experience with Azure cloud services and deployment patterns.
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code.

• Knowledge of containerisation (Docker) and orchestration tools.

• Government and Compliance
  :

• Understanding of Australian Government data standards and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of Australian privacy laws and data protection regulations.
• Experience working within Australian Public Service environments preferred.
• Professional Skills
  :
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team under senior guidance.
• Self-motivated with ability to manage assigned tasks independently.

Preferred Skills
: Desirable Criteria:

• Experience with government IT systems and processes.
• Familiarity with trade, investment, international education, and/or tourism data domains.
• Knowledge of advanced data analytics and machine learning concepts.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Relevant certifications in cloud platforms or modern web development.

Pay range and compensation package
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Equal Opportunity Statement
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