Senior Application Developer

• Provide guidance for Application Developers whilst encompassing your ability to write code for the creation and ongoing maintenance of applications at Lifeblood
• Permanent full-time or part-time position with WFH flexibility - Melbourne location preferred
• Salary starting at 135k + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

Discover life-giving possibilities 
Lifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it’s an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: to give life. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood.

About the role
Reporting to the Application Development Team Lead, the Senior Application Developer works in the team responsible for the development, delivery and support of numerous bespoke Lifeblood applications used in Donor Centres and Manufacturing and Processing Centres across the country. 

As Senior Application Developer, you will provide guidance for Application Developers whilst encompassing your ability to write code in Java and Javascript (React) for the creation and ongoing maintenance of applications at Lifeblood. This includes DevOps, SecOps and quality procedures, within a Safe Agile operating environment. The role works closely with Lifeblood’s partners and internal agile teams to deliver individual application solutions for both internal and external donor use.

The role is blended work from home and from office and may be required to provide after-hours support on a rotating roster basis.

Sound interesting? Here’s what we are looking for;

• 6+ years’ experience with Java web technologies (Spring, Spring MVC, Struts, Hibernate/JPA) and JavaScript applications (including React.js)
• Strong cloud expertise in AWS and Azure, including infrastructure as code, cloud formation, terraform, and DevOps capabilities
• Experience with database systems (Oracle/MySQL), JBoss server, and integration through SOAP and REST web services
• Frontend development skills including CSS3, HTML5, and modern web application development
• Proficiency with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Azure DevOps Pipelines, Sonar Qube) and security tools (Wiz)
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and data handling
• Experience in peer to peer code review and pair programming session
• Bachelor's degree in relevant ICT discipline
• Ability to contribute to technology strategies and influence solution direction across stakeholder groups
• Strong relationship building with internal/external stakeholders, users, and business leaders
• Excellent communication skills, including presenting technical solutions to non-technical audiences
• Strong degree of innovation and able to influence, facilitate and negotiate effectively
• Understanding of secure coding and data handling practices

This is a permanent position with a hybrid working environment. While we have a preference for full-time, we are also open to part-time for the right person. This role will be based out of our Processing Centre in Melbourne, however we are open to candidates from other locations within Australia. Lifeblood is proud to accommodate flexible working and we are open to conversations around what this means to you. 
 
Thrive in a diverse culture that cares for your wellbeing 
We’re a diverse and inclusive bunch. We’re proud to foster an environment where all people can come together to achieve their very best. Whether it’s workplace safety or work/life balance, we look after our employees’ varying needs. As part of the Lifeblood team, you’ll have access to a generous salary packaging program, plus a great range of rewards like discounts on insurance, groceries, food & beverage, department stores, travel, and more.

Excited about this opportunity? Apply now and discover a career filled with life-giving possibilities.
 
Next steps
When it comes to recruitment we like to move fast, this means we progress suitable candidates through the hiring process as soon as we can. 

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant. You’ll hear from us with an outcome after your application has been reviewed and assessed.

If selected, you’ll be required to complete a few background checks and we’ll help you through this process. 

If you require any adjustments to feel more supported during our recruitment process, please reach out to us. 

For further details on this position, please reach out to Shri Malissety. For information regarding the recruitment process, please contact Tayler on tdobbs@redcrossblood.org.au.

**Please note we cannot accept applications via email so please apply online 

This vacancy is being managed directly by Lifeblood’s Talent Engagement team. We won’t accept candidates from external recruitment agencies on this occasion.