Software Developer

About The Team

Information Technology Services is a critical partner in delivering innovative technology leadership and delivery excellence in advancing the University’s strategic goals. Our teams provide key services across:

• IT Planning and Governance
• Solution Delivery
• IT Operations

In support for the University Strategic Plan and Future Horizon, IT Services seeks to drive the transformation of a truly innovative digital technology experience in creating a vibrant campus for business, industry, start-ups, health sectors, local and global investors, researchers, students, alumni and the broader community to come together to learn, innovate and collaborate.

Your New Role!  

As a Software Developer at Murdoch University, you’ll play a key role in designing, developing, and implementing high-quality solutions using the Microsoft Power Platform Suite—including Power Apps, Power Automate, and Copilot Studio. Collaborating closely with internal stakeholders, you’ll lead the delivery of impactful Power Platform projects that drive business success. You’ll be part of a collaborative, Agile team that offers diverse work, a supportive culture, and plenty of opportunities for career growth.

Your key responsibilities will include –

• Collaborate with stakeholders, analyzing business requirements, and building scalable and user-friendly applications and workflows within the Power Platform.
• Develop, and customize Power Apps to create intuitive and responsive user interfaces.
• Build and optimize Power Automate workflows to automate business processes and improve efficiency.
• Integrate Power Apps and Power Automate with external systems and data sources using connectors and APIs.
• Conduct testing and debugging of Power Platform solutions to ensure quality and reliability.
• Assist in data modelling and database design within the Power Platform environment.
• Contribute to the identification, development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives and the adoption of new technologies and methodologies.

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This Continuous | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) position attracts a remuneration of $95,000 – $105,000 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.   

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Bronze- tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Periodic salary increases between 1 July 2025 to 1 July 2026 totaling a 6% increase!
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

Selection Criteria:

• Postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
• Knowledge of data modelling, database design, and data manipulation.
• Experience in gathering requirements, designing, deploying, implementing, testing and supporting IT systems.
• Experience in delivering services within an enterprise environment adhering to IT service management practices (ITIL).
• Ability to problem-solve and apply analytical thinking abilities with trouble-shooting and diagnostic skills to identify and resolve administrative and technical issues.
• Excellent listening, interpersonal, written and oral communication skills with demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with key stakeholders.

Please note, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a criminal record check in accordance with the University's Criminal Record Screening Procedure and Employee Background Checks Procedure.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Fiona McGowan, Manager Productivity and Automation fiona.mcgowan@murdoch.edu.au and quote JR103902 as the reference.

Applications Close 18/07/2025 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.