2 x Senior Application Developer

NSW Police Force

Reference number0000BCPW

OccupationAdministration and Clerical

Work typeFull-Time

LocationSydney Olympic Park

Salary InformationBase salary ranges from $154,231 to $160,771 plus employer's contribution to superannuation of 12% and annual leave loading.

Closing date16 August 2026 at 11:59pm

• 2 x Computer Systems Officer Level 5
• Temporary Full-Time up to 30 June 2029
• Sydney Olympic Park

About us

The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

About the role

We have an opportunity for 2 x Senior Application Developers to be part of our Chief Data Office, Technology & Communication Services Command.

The Senior Application developer guides other application developers and leads in the creation of large or complex applications that facilitate the achievement of business outcomes through the use of process and technology.

This role will enable you to use your skills, knowledge, and experience to support the delivery of the NSWPF's Data Strategy and several major programs focused on maximising the value of data for operational decision-making.

We are looking for candidates that can support one or more of the following Chief Data Office teams: Data Engineering, Data Science and Business Intelligence. It is desirable to have at least five years' experience in a large organisation undertaking as well as any of the following:

• Data Engineering - with skills and experience in MSSQL, SQL, Oracle, python, managing on-premises data warehouses and cloud-based data lakes, developing and maintaining ETL pipelines, managing compute resources, and experience working in windows and linux environments.
• Data Science - with skills and experience in python, SQL, statistical analysis, computer vision, ML/AI, Natural Language Processing, and a PhD in a relevant discipline.
• Business Intelligence - with skills and experience in Power BI, python, SQL, ETL development, data insights, report development, Natural Language Processing, stakeholder communication and stakeholder management.

In this role you will have an opportunity to work on multiple systems and data platforms, working with various teams in the Chief Data Office, and across the business. Being an exceptional communicator with a curious mindset, you will have an ability to explain technical information to a non-technical audience, map out business requirements, and bring business solutions into reality.

View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role)

What we can offer you

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

• competitive salary;
• flexible work options;
• annual leave loading;
• corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
• free annual influenza vaccination;
• salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease;
• convenient location for public transport and to shops etc;

If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Dr Chris Hanson via .

To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses: an Australian Citizen;

• a permanent resident of Australia; or
• a New Zealand citizen.

Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.

Our commitment to Diversity

At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.

We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you:

• Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at PCC\
• Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at PCC\
• Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at PCC\

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.