Why This Role Stands Out
This role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your Salesforce expertise by working on impactful digital transformation initiatives within a reputable government agency, while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid work model. You'll thrive here if you're a skilled developer eager to leverage cutting-edge technologies like AI and contribute to solutions that directly benefit the Australian community. Apply now to join a collaborative team and make a real difference!
Quick Overview
Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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Job Description
Salesforce Developer (APS6 Equivalent)
About the Organisation
Our client is a large Commonwealth Government agency responsible for delivering critical national services that improve outcomes for Australians. The organisation is committed to innovation, accessibility, and digital transformation, developing modern technology solutions that enhance user experiences and support business-critical operations.
With a strong focus on collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement, the agency offers an opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that have a direct impact on the Australian community.
About the Role
We are seeking experienced Salesforce Developers to join a high-performing digital delivery team working on significant ICT transformation initiatives. In this role, you will contribute to the development of innovative, fit-for-purpose Salesforce solutions within a complex enterprise environment.
You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver scalable and secure applications while supporting the adoption of emerging technologies, including AI-enabled development capabilities. This is an exciting opportunity for developers who enjoy working in agile environments and delivering impactful outcomes using Salesforce technologies.
The Responsibilities
Contract Term: 12 months + 12-month extension option
Classification: APS6 Equivalent
Hours: Up to 37.5 hours per week
How to Apply
Please upload your resume to apply. Please provide a supporting statement highlighting your skills, experience, and capability against the position description to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
Submissions close COB Friday the 16th of October 2026.
Please call Lisa Berjak on for any further information. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification, and any other client-requested checks.
Why partner with Whizdom?
We're Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
Our team of talented people are passionate about your experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on your long-term career goals. We even give you a best in industry merch pack! Even if this role isn't the exact fit for you, we would love a chat, contact us to find out more!
About the Organisation
Our client is a large Commonwealth Government agency responsible for delivering critical national services that improve outcomes for Australians. The organisation is committed to innovation, accessibility, and digital transformation, developing modern technology solutions that enhance user experiences and support business-critical operations.
With a strong focus on collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement, the agency offers an opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that have a direct impact on the Australian community.
About the Role
We are seeking experienced Salesforce Developers to join a high-performing digital delivery team working on significant ICT transformation initiatives. In this role, you will contribute to the development of innovative, fit-for-purpose Salesforce solutions within a complex enterprise environment.
You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver scalable and secure applications while supporting the adoption of emerging technologies, including AI-enabled development capabilities. This is an exciting opportunity for developers who enjoy working in agile environments and delivering impactful outcomes using Salesforce technologies.
The Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain Salesforce solutions using Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), OmniStudio, FlexCards, Integration Procedures, and DataRaptors.
- Establish and support AI-assisted development capabilities within the Salesforce ecosystem.
- Design, develop, and maintain REST API integrations and platform integrations.
- Work with source control and package-based development methodologies using tools such as GitLab, GitHub, and Bitbucket.
- Support agile software delivery practices using Atlassian Jira and related DevOps toolsets.
- Collaborate with stakeholders, developers, testers, and business teams to deliver high-quality technical solutions.
- Contribute to solution design, code reviews, testing, and continuous improvement activities.
- 3 to 5 years of hands-on Salesforce development experience.
- Strong expertise in Apex, Lightning Web Components (LWC), OmniStudio, FlexCards, Integration Procedures, and DataRaptors.
- Experience working with object-oriented programming (OOP), software frameworks, and design patterns.
- Strong understanding of package-based development, source control, and DevOps practices.
- Experience building integrations using REST APIs, Platform Events, and related integration technologies.
- Proven experience across Salesforce Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and Community Cloud environments.
- Knowledge of Salesforce Governor Limits and best-practice development approaches.
- A commitment to accessible and inclusive design principles.
- Experience delivering three or more Salesforce CRM implementations within agile project environments.
- Salesforce certifications including:
- Platform Developer I
- Platform Developer II
- OmniStudio Developer
- Demonstrated experience with Artificial Intelligence (AI), including configuration and customisation.
- Experience working within large-scale government or enterprise ICT environments.
- Initial 12-month contract with a further 12-month extension option.
- Opportunity to work on large-scale digital transformation programs.
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements.
- Locations available across Canberra, Melbourne, Geelong, Brisbane, Sydney, and other approved locations.
- Collaborative, agile, and innovative working environment.
- Opportunity to contribute to solutions that positively impact Australians nationwide.
- Australian Citizenship is mandatory.
- Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Baseline Security Clearance.
- Applicants may be required to provide evidence of citizenship and complete pre-engagement screening checks prior to commencement.
Contract Term: 12 months + 12-month extension option
Classification: APS6 Equivalent
Hours: Up to 37.5 hours per week
How to Apply
Please upload your resume to apply. Please provide a supporting statement highlighting your skills, experience, and capability against the position description to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
Submissions close COB Friday the 16th of October 2026.
Please call Lisa Berjak on for any further information. Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification, and any other client-requested checks.
Why partner with Whizdom?
We're Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong, dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:
- We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
- We are Level 3, DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative, proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. We've been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
- We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.
Our team of talented people are passionate about your experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on your long-term career goals. We even give you a best in industry merch pack! Even if this role isn't the exact fit for you, we would love a chat, contact us to find out more!
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