Application Developer

The Application Developer is responsible for designing, building, and testing ICT applications and integrations to support Western Power’s business needs. This role involves providing technical guidance to external service providers, ensuring the quality of deliverables, and contributing to innovation through Test Driven Development and automated testing. With a focus on security, scalability, and collaboration, the Application Developer plays a key role in delivering high-quality solutions and driving continuous improvement to support Western Power’s clean energy future. 
 

Your Role in Action  

• Design, develop, test, and document high-quality ICT applications and integration solutions in line with Western Power’s standards.
• Provide technical guidance and quality assurance for external service providers to ensure project success.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into functional, scalable solutions.
• Contribute to innovation by utilizing Test Driven Development (TDD), automated testing, and agile practices.
• Ensure all development activities adhere to security standards, including WS Security, SSL, and digital certificates.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues, supporting incident and problem management processes.
• Create and maintain technical documentation to support ongoing maintenance and knowledge sharing.
• Mentor and support team members and external providers in best practices for application design and development. 

What Makes You a Great Fit 
 

• Tertiary qualifications in Information Technology or related disciplines, or equivalent industry experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of ICT experience, including 3+ years in application development.
• Proficiency in agile SCRUM development, continuous deployment, and automated testing frameworks.
• Strong problem-solving and risk management skills, with the ability to escalate issues effectively.
• Solid understanding of infrastructure design and database management systems.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of presenting technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience working collaboratively in diverse teams, including with external service providers.
• Knowledge of security standards and best practices for developing secure, scalable applications.

By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work-life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including: 

• Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.  
• Flexible work arrangements to support part time work, working hours and working from home arrangements. 
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year. 
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership. 
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme. 
• An innovative team culture that’s enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.   
• In addition to standard leave, enjoy two wellness leave days each year.
• Access to end-of-trip facilities at our Perth office and South Metro Depot, perfect for cyclists.

• On-site café available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day.

Applications close on 17 January 2025 

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. Find out more about our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan. 

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