Senior Developer

This opportunity offers:Ongoing employmentTwo full time roles available, & 35 hour working weekRFS Level 10/11Attractive annual salary $131,213 - $144,591 p.a. plus 12% superannuationLocation: Sydney Olympic Park (hybrid / flexible working arrangements considered, with a minimum office attendance of 3 days per week)Looking for more information?Why not reach out to our role expert, Peter O''Brien, Manager Application Development, for a confidential chat at Join Our Team: Protect, Serve, and Make a DifferenceWe are the Rural Fire Service (RFS), a dedicated community of volunteers providing fire and emergency services to approximately 95% of NSW. When you work with the RFS, you join a passionate team committed to protecting our neighbours, the wider community, and the environment from the threat of bushfires and other emergencies. With over 70,000 volunteer members and staff, we embody the spirit of mutual respect, support, friendship, and camaraderie. We are one team with many players, united by a single purpose. If you share our passion for community service and environmental protection, we want to hear from you Become a part of our mission to safeguard lives and our cherished NSW landscapes.What you''ll be doing:As a Senior Developer (Full Stack), you will provide technical leadership to support the delivery and continuous improvement of mission-critical software products. Working in an Agile environment, you will lead the design and integration of scalable applications that directly support frontline emergency services. You will be responsible for ensuring high code quality and architectural integrity while mentoring a team of developers to foster a culture of engineering excellence and continuous learning.To thrive in this role, you will have:Extensive Experience: A minimum of 5+ years in professional full-stack development, with a proven track record of delivering complex applications.Technical Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead architectural design and mentor engineering teams to uplift overall technical capability.Cloud-Native Architecture: Deep expertise in AWS serverless environments (Lambda, Step Functions, EventBridge) and Infrastructure as Code using AWS CDK.Modern Integration & Security: Strong grasp of Microservices and Event-driven design, including secure integrations via API Gateways and Identity providers (Okta/Entra ID).Full-Stack Development: Professional proficiency in React (Material UI or similar) and , utilising TypeScript across the entire stack to build scalable serverless logic.Database Management: Strong experience with PostgreSQL or similar relational databases (knowledge of geospatial data extensions is a plus).AI-Augmented Development: A forward-thinking approach to software engineering, leveraging AI tools (e.g., Cursor, Claude, or AI Agents) to accelerate delivery, enhance code quality, and automate repetitive workflows.DevOps: A proven track record implementing CI/CD workflows using GitHub Actions or equivalent.GIS Exposure: Experience or interest in Geospatial technologies (ESRI, MapBox).If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please access the Role Description and our organisation structure.Note: As per the role description, candidates are required to meet minimum essential requirements. If you do not meet the essential requirements for this role, your application may not progress to shortlisting. Why work for us?Corporate uniform availableAttractive leave entitlements including 4 weeks annual leave per year, plus moreFree access to our Member Assistance Program (MAP) for all RFS members, and their immediate familySalary packaging options availableOne ''Agreed Absence'' leave day per calendar month Ongoing learning and professional development programs (RFS is a Registered Training Organisation giving you access to various internal courses)Partnership with Fitness Passport for eligible RFS staff and their families to access more than 845 gyms and poolsYou''ll also get to enjoy:Easy access to Sydney Olympic Park Train Station, bus services and parking facilitiesLocal eateries and childcare facilitiesSydney Olympic Park Entertainment and Sports Precinct, including Accor Stadium, Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney Showgrounds, and Bicentennial ParkEligible staff are invited to join the local Sydney Olympic Park Connected Membership program, at an additional costTo embark on your RFS journey:To be considered for this opportunity, you must submit your application by clicking ''Apply Now'' through the relevant advertisement on RFS Careers, and attach:A cover letter in PDF format, addressing how you meet the essential requirements of the role, outlining your suitability and why you are interested in this opportunity;A resume in PDF format, including two current/recent professional referees (please include email address and contact number)Candidates are encouraged to prepare their applications independently to ensure they accurately reflect their skills and experience. The Rural Fire Service values authentic, original responses that reflect individual perspectives and alignment with its values and priorities. Skills, knowledge, and capability will be assessed and verified through the capability assessment process.Please submit your application no later than 11:55pm Sunday 8 March 2026.Important recruitment InformationA recruitment (talent) pool may be created through this recruitment process to fill future ongoing, temporary, casual and term, full time or part time opportunities.We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to ensuring our employees represent the diversity of communities that we serve.If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please include any details that you are comfortable sharing during the application process, alternatively, you can reach out to the role expert to discuss.The recruitment process may involve a range of assessment activities to determine your capabilities for the role (aligning to the NSW PSC Capability Framework). The Capability application tool is designed to help job applicants understand and use the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework when applying for jobs with the NSW government. Additional checks for successful applicants will include referee checks and criminal history checks.Learn more about how RFS members support communities across NSW belowVacancy Reference: R26-064This may not be the role for you, however you can check out other vacancies in the RFS here, or consider volunteering with your local Brigade.

Created: 2026-02-19