• Full time fixed term for 1 year at Inside Out Institute (hybrid - work from home options)
• opportunity to lead innovative digital projects that drive transformative change, shaping cutting-edge solutions in collaboration with a dynamic and multidisciplinary team
• Base Salary from $121,508 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

InsideOut is Australia's national institute for research, translation and clinical excellence in eating disorders. With resources, rigour and perseverance we aim to transform the landscape for people with eating disorders in this country, and ultimately find a cure.

We are seeking a passionate and innovative Developer to join InsideOut Institute's digital team. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by contributing to the development of our digital projects. Here are just a few examples of what you could be working on:

• an online clinic with therapy modules and monitoring tools. The InsideOut eClinic provides people with eating disorders access to evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in an engaging, personal and scalable way.
• a self-monitoring app that enables individuals with eating disorders to track their food, thoughts, feelings, and behaviours while receiving feedback from clinicians.
• a data collection platform for individuals with eating disorders to share their experiences in creative ways, such as drawing pictures, submitting audio, responding to prompts, or completing surveys.
• an online hub for General Practitioners to access evidence-based information about eating disorders, including an algorithm that assists them in making a diagnosis and directs them to the best treatment options
• an online learning platform that delivers eLearning courses globally and manages in-person training sessions across Australia.

In this role, you'll enjoy the creative freedom to shape architectural design, bring your ideas to life, and oversee software deployments from start to finish. Your contributions will play a crucial role in developing solutions that support meaningful, real-world impacts in the mental health field.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• lead the development of critical software applications to meet project objectives
• design complex systems that optimise performance, reliability, and scalability
• plan and execute software deployments for seamless and timely releases
• collaborate with product managers and researchers to translate user requirements into effective digital platforms
• maintain high standards of code quality, implement testing methodologies, and ensure comprehensive technical documentation
• contribute to the digital transformation roadmap by adopting new technologies and refining existing systems

ensure compliance with university guidelines and prioritize workplace health and safety.

About you

• hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g Computer Science) or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• proven expertise in programming and scripting languages
• strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities
• proven experience in web-based application development using a broad range of technologies
• effective communication and teamwork skills
• project management expertise and attention to detail
• demonstrable ability to deliver solutions in an Agile/Scrum environment.

Note : Interviews will be conducted on 17 December 2024

What Does a Typical Day Look Like?

Each day at InsideOut brings a mix of coding, collaboration, and problem-solving. You might:

• work closely with product managers, clinicians, and researchers to refine features or develop new tools that support mental health treatment and research.
• spend time coding and debugging, ensuring the applications are efficient, scalable, and secure.
• guide the digital development team through testing, execution, and troubleshooting of software deployment.

What Does the InsideOut Digital Team Look Like?

Our digital team currently includes two project managers, two internal developers, two external developers, and a QA specialist. We operate within the InsideOut Institute, which is divided into six teams: Research, Clinical, Service Development & Policy, Federal, Admin, and Communications. We work closely with these teams to design and deliver technology solutions that support the identification and treatment of eating disorders, support research data collection and analysis, and educate the workforce and wider public about eating disorders.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires valid work rights for Australia.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Deepna Chand, Recruitment Operations by email to Deepna.Chand@sydney.edu.au.

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Applications Close

Saturday 07 December 2024 11:59 PM