Principal Software Engineer

Salary: $165.00 - $185.00 p/hr inc. Super + weekly pays

• 12+24 month Federal Government contract
• Baseline Security Clearance required
• Hybrid working arrangements across QLD, ACT, or VIC

Our client, a large Federal Government organisation, whose focus is on social welfare and support services, require the services of a Principal Software Engineer (EL2 equivalent).

Duties of the Principal Software Engineer

• Oversee the development of software and technical design;
• System configuration as required to support solution;
• implement strategy to ensure high quality code and long-term maintenance of a product's code base;
• Provide expert technical advice on software development and maintenance;
• Oversee the release and ensure go-live production support and maintenance for the team’s developments;
• Drive analysis, design, development, prototyping, unit testing and maintenance activities.

Skills required

• demonstrated ability to provide specialist advice, drive system integration and build capabilities, and lead organisational policies for software design and deployment;
• Manages the provision of consultancy services and/or a team of consultants. In own areas of expertise, provides advice and guidance to consultants and/or the client when delivering consultancy services. Engages with clients and maintains client relationships. Establishes consultancy agreements/contracts and manages completion and disengagement;
• Plans and leads the identification and assessment of emerging technologies and the evaluation of potential impacts, threats and opportunities. Creates technology roadmaps that align organisational plans with emerging technology solutions. Engages with, and influences, relevant stakeholders to obtain organisational commitment to technology roadmaps. Develops organisational guidelines for monitoring emerging technologies. Collaborates with internal and external parties to facilitate intelligence gathering;
• Develops organisational policies, standards, and guidelines for methods and tools. Sets direction and leads in the introduction and use of techniques, methodologies and tools, to meet business requirements. Leads the development of organisational capabilities for methods and tools to ensure consistent adoption and adherence to policies and standards.

How to apply

To be considered for this role, please forward your resume to Coral by clicking the Quick Apply button. Please note that this role closes on Tuesday, 27 October 2026 @ 11am.

JOB ID: CW679966 / LH-08146

Recruitment Hive: (02) 6299 1006

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The Recruitment Hive is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognise the value of diverse perspectives and experience and are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. We encourage people with disability, indigenous, veterans and people of all backgrounds and abilities to express their interest in this role.