NSW Government -Sydney Trains Hiring for Associate Software Developer- Database Job at Sydney Full Time

About us

Over the next 40 years, Sydney’s population is projected to swell to over 12 million residents and regional NSW will accommodate an extra 700,000 people. Transport for NSW is delivering an unprecedented $72.2b investment into a truly game changing Future Transport strategy which will bring together several modes and cutting-edge technologies to deliver satisfaction and safety for our customers while supporting a rapidly growing economy.

At Sydney Trains our vision is to keep Sydney moving by putting the customer at the centre of everything we do. We work at the heart of local communities and integrate cutting edge technology to deliver efficient rail services which exceed expectations and support a rapidly growing economy.

About the team

The Associate Software Developer- Database is responsible for supporting the development and enhancement of Information Applications for use by Sydney Trains customers and stakeholders. The role enables the delivery of data engineering solutions completed internally and externally through IT vendors, contractors, and staff to ensure that system and product improvements meet or exceed agreed upon time, cost and quality requirements.

The opportunity

We, at Sydney Trains have a newly created permanent full time opportunity for you to come & join. The role is responsible for supporting the development, deployment and maintenance of applications across the Customer Information Channels unit. The main area is to develop and support a real time train application which keeps Sydney Moving! You will be joining the most trusted & large organisation where variety of work challenges makes it more interesting.

The role will be based in Burwood, with a flexible work arrangement.

Key accountabilities of the role include (not limited to)

• Support the development of database and middleware engineering solutions for the Customer Information
• Channels Unit to deliver final testing and implementation that meets business requirements.
• Contribute to the delivery of database and middleware solutions.
• Monitor performance reports to identify how database and middleware are operating in accordance to service level agreements.

About you

You are master of your game with hands on experience in developing real time applications. Very sound knowledge for Oracle & Cloud is a must have. You excel at managing competing priorities and embrace liaising with a range of people at different levels. The role demands exceptional time management skills and attention to detail.

If you are ready to step into a challenging environment and have the ability to adapt in fast pace environment we’d like to hear from you! Apply today to register your interest.

Essential Requirements

• Experience in developing real time application
• Solid Oracle database development (SQL, PL/SQL)
• Working experience on Unix/Linux environments
• Java/J2EE skills
• Exposure to build tools such Jenkins/Maven/Gradle
• Working experience on AWS Cloud environment

Salary and benefits

Associate Software Developer- Database, (RC5 Grade A$ 106,653 – RC 5 Grade E$123,022) per annum plus superannuation and leave loading.

Sydney Trains offers its employees challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for career progression, learning and development and work-life balance. Other benefits include:

• Free travel on Government trains, buses and ferries
• Flexible work practices

Join Sydney Trains for the opportunity to shape the future and make a genuine difference for the people of NSW by providing a world class rail system.

How to apply

To apply for this position, please submit a resume and answer all questions within the online application process.

For any enquiries, please contact Mika Thakkar on [email protected]

Please note: successful candidate will need to undertake background checks and criminal record checks.

Applications close: Sunday 11:59pm, 20th February 2022

Find out more about Sydney Trains at https://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/sydneytrains/about-sydney-trains .

For permanent positions in the NSW Public Sector, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For most Temporary jobs, you need a visa that gives you permission to work in Australia. To be considered for these roles you must be 18 years of age. Applicants will need to complete merit based selection activities and will be subject to satisfactory medical, drug & alcohol and criminal record checks as part of the selection process. Please note that an eligibility list may be created for this position, and position(s) of the same classification that subsequently become vacant may be filled using this eligibility list (where the vacancy is within 60 minutes travelling time). Transport for NSW is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.