Full Stack Senior Developer
University of Newcastle · Newcastle, Australia ·
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Full time
- Category
- Fullstack
- Visa sponsorship
- No
- Salary
- AUD 120,677 – 140,791 / year
University of Newcastle · Newcastle, Australia ·
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Senior full-stack developer/DevOps engineer at the University of Newcastle providing hands-on technical leadership: designing and operating AWS cloud-native backend, integration and React web applications using IaC (CDK/CloudFormation/Terraform), CI/CD pipelines and observability, while mentoring engineers. Hybrid role at Callaghan Campus, min 3 days/week on site.
Be Challenged and Imagine with us
Are you an experienced software engineer who enjoys working across the full technology stack?
The University of Newcastle is looking for a Senior Full Stack Developer / Senior DevOps Engineer to provide technical leadership across cloud platforms, application development and integration services.
This is a hands-on role where you’ll design, build and support modern technology solutions while helping to strengthen engineering practices, mentor other developers and solve complex technical challenges.
You’ll work across cloud infrastructure, application development, integration and DevOps, helping evolve the University’s technology platforms and applications to meet changing business needs.
The Role
You’ll work across a broad range of technical activities, including:
About you
You’re a senior software engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and working across development, cloud and operations. You will also have experience leading and managing a small technical team, including mentoring and developing engineers
You’ll bring strong experience in AWS, software engineering and DevOps, along with the ability to take ownership of solutions from design through to deployment and ongoing support.
Experience with Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD, cloud-native development, integration services and modern web development will be valuable.
We’re not expecting you to be an expert in every technology listed — if you bring strong experience across most of these areas and the ability to learn and adapt, we’d like to hear from you.
You’ll also have:
It would be great if you also have
This continuing role is full time at a HEW 8 Higher Education Worker Level and is located at Callaghan Campus with a minimum of 3 days per week required on site.
About our University
The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2030 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.
For more information click here – Our University.
What we offer
In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively.
These include:
Your next steps
Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role.
If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application.
Your application must include:
To ensure that your application receives full consideration, it's important to structure and address the selection criteria outlined in the application process. This helps us better understand your experience and suitability for the role. We appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to reviewing your application.
Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.
Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).
Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
For specific position enquiries, please contact Sourav Banerjee, Senior Manager, DevOps Engineering (02) 4921 7083 or email
Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us:
Closing date: Sunday 11th October 2026 @ 11.59pm AEST
Our assessment process
Typically, candidates that progress beyond the shortlist stage can expect to undertake the following (minimum) assessment activities as part of the recruitment process:
Our University is committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for every member of our community. This commitment is central to our values and our efforts to build a diverse workforce where everyone can thrive.
As part of this, and in alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2025, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence risk factors as part of our recruitment processes.
The completion and return of the University’s Gender-based Violence Declaration Form will form part of the pre-employment checks for this position and any offer of employment will be conditional upon review by the University.
Our adherence to the Code is about more than compliance—it’s about living our values. Together, we can ensure our University remains a place where respect, safety, and inclusion are non-negotiable.
We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you
We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and barrier-free recruitment process. If you require an alternative way to access the Position Description or submit your application, please contact .
Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the assessment and interview process to support all applicants to participate fully.
The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and strongly encourage women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.
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