Overview

Senior Software Engineer role at Graphics Unlimited (Vic) Pty Ltd. Join our community of tech experts in DWP Digital.

Note: The original description contained references to DWP Digital and other content not directly related to Graphics Unlimited. The refined version below focuses on the Senior Software Engineer role and its responsibilities and requirements.

Responsibilities

In this role, you'll lead the design, development, and deployment of high-quality, cloud-native software solutions using platforms like AWS and Azure, and technologies such as Kubernetes, Java, Python, and CI/CD pipelines. You\'ll also play a key role in application modernisation, system integration, and ensuring service reliability, while championing best practices in engineering and accessibility. You\'ll use your expertise across multiple programming languages and modern technologies to help build and modernise the systems that power the UK\'s largest government department. From HR and finance to security and compliance, your work will support the tools 100,000+ colleagues rely on every day to deliver vital services to millions. The position requires Security Check clearance.

Delivery. Work. Projects.

Responsibilities also include leading engineering teams, setting technical direction, mentoring junior developers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver user-focused, policy-aligned solutions.

Details, wages and perks are listed in the Benefits section below.

Qualifications & Skills

• Full-Stack Development: Strong experience in designing, building, and deploying end-to-end software solutions using modern languages and frameworks such as Java, Python, Node.js, and React.
• Cloud & DevOps Expertise: Proficiency in cloud platforms like AWS and Azure, along with tools such as Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure-as-code technologies like Terraform.
• Technical Leadership: Ability to lead engineering teams, set technical direction, and mentor junior developers while promoting best practices and continuous improvement.
• Collaboration & Communication: Skilled in working with cross-functional teams including Product Owners, Architects, Designers, and Testers to deliver user-focused, policy-aligned solutions.
• Problem Solving & Modernisation: Capable of analysing complex systems, modernising legacy applications, and ensuring service continuity through effective incident and problem management.

Details, Wages & Perks

Hybrid Working: We operate a hybrid model with 40% home-based and 60% hub-based work.

Pay: Competitive pay up to £78,517.

Pension: Civil service pension worth 28.97%, up to £19,758 per year.

Holidays: 26 days rising to 31 days, plus up to 3 extra flexi-time days per month and public holidays.

Benefits include flexible working, volunteering leave, savings on shopping, interest-free loans for travel, professional development, and career progression opportunities.

Process

Two-stage application and selection process: Apply on Civil Service Jobs, followed by a single-stage online interview.