Banner Developer

Who we are? 

At Torrens University Australia, making a difference is in our DNA. As a Certified B Corporation, we belong to a global community of future-focused companies using business as a force for good. We believe in the transformative power of education to change lives, families, communities – and the world. That’s why we’re on a mission to increase access to higher education, so learners from all walks of life can chase their dreams.

Just like our students, our employees are a diverse group who want to make an impact. When you join us, we give you the freedom to be bold, creative and courageous – with flexible working arrangements that allow you to bring your best. We’ve built a culture that celebrates community, collaboration and innovation, where people love what they do.

What’s the job? 

We’re looking for a skilled Banner Developer to join our technology team and enhance the capabilities of our Ellucian Banner ERP environment. This role is integral to supporting the full student lifecycle -admissions, enrolments, finance, HR, and academic records through the development, customisation, and optimisation of Banner applications and integrations.

You’ll collaborate with functional teams to translate business needs into robust technical solutions, manage system upgrades, and drive innovation across our ERP landscape. Your expertise will ensure our systems remain scalable, secure, and aligned with organisational goals, ultimately delivering an enhanced experience for students and staff.

Day-to-day accountabilities:   

• Develop, customise, and maintain Banner applications and related integrations using PL/SQL, Oracle tools, and Ellucian APIs. 

• Work with functional teams to gather technical requirements and deliver high-quality solutions. 

• Build and maintain integrations between Banner and enterprise systems (CRM, LMS, payment gateways, etc.). 

• Conduct system analysis, development, testing, and deployment following SDLC and change management standards. 

• Support upgrades, patches, performance tuning, and troubleshooting of the Banner environment. 

• Collaborate with Ellucian and other vendors to resolve technical issues and explore new features. 

• Contribute to data governance, security compliance, and audit readiness. 

• Evaluate emerging technologies to drive process improvements, automation, and code quality.

​Who you are: 

You’re a solutions-focused developer with hands-on experience in Ellucian Banner and a passion for continuous improvement. You thrive in cross-functional environments, translating complex requirements into practical solutions that enhance business outcomes.

You will also bring: 

• 3+ years’ experience developing and supporting Banner in a higher education setting. 

• Proficiency in PL/SQL, Oracle SQL, and Oracle Forms/Reports, with strong knowledge of Banner modules (Student, Accounts Receivable, Financial Aid). 

• Experience integrating Banner with third-party platforms and enterprise systems. 

• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum delivery, DevOps practices, and version control (Git). 

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills. 

• A proactive mindset, adaptable to change, and committed to delivering quality outcomes.

​Desirable: Exposure to Ellucian Ethos, Next.js, Docker, CI/CD, and Google Cloud Platform.

This is a Full-Time, Permanent position with hybrid flexibility allowing you to work from home and a campus near you. To view the full job description, please click here.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. All applicants require current and ongoing working rights for Australia.

Why join us? 

Bold, modern and agile, we’re Australia’s fastest-growing university, going from 164 students in 2014 to 40,000+ alumni across 115+ countries and 2000+ staff today. In 2020, Australian Financial Review named us one of the country’s most innovative companies. As we continue to establish ourselves as a truly global university, we never lose sight of our student-centric approach. Supported by teams of passionate people, you’ll find endless opportunities for professional development and career progression.    

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, age, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic.    

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions. 

What we offer: 

We support your personal passions, development and wellbeing, to make your working life a more rewarding experience. At Torrens University Australia, you’ll benefit from:       

• Study free in a course/degree related to your position       

• B Corp certified university – values driven, and purpose led   

• Access to internal opportunities - Be supported to learn, grow and move across the organisation 

​Hiring process: 

We aim to provide you with the information you need at each stage of this process to help you present your best self. If you have any accessibility requirements, please contact your recruiter at Nikeey.silwal@torrens.edu.au for confidential support. We are committed to ensuring an equitable, barrier-free application process and have a Reasonable Adjustment Procedure in place to support you throughout the recruitment process.

We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to responding to every applicant. 

To learn more about what makes Torrens University Australia a great place to work, visit https://www.torrens.edu.au/blog. We’d love to hear from you. 

Applications close: Friday 29th August 

Job reference: R27865

To ensure a fair and thorough review process, applications for this role will close on Friday 29th August. You can expect to hear from our Talent Acquisition team after this date with any updates about your applications.