Development Engineer - Reliability, Middleware & Integration

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.

Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

Digital Solutions. A team you’ll want to be a part of.

When you join Digital Solutions, you’ll be part of a team that delivers impact by enhancing digital experiences for the graduates of tomorrow, researchers of today and all those working to make it a brighter future. 

But we know it’s not just what you do that matters, it’s who you do it with. Our people will tell you – our team sets us apart. We promise a supportive and friendly environment where you’ll collaborate to make an impact.

Make it matter. Join Digital Solutions at Griffith.

About the Opportunity

As Griffith enters an exciting phase of transformation, we are seeking a proactive Development Engineer to play a key role in the analysis, development, and support of both existing and new integration solutions. This is an excellent opportunity to enhance your technical expertise, grow your career, and make a meaningful contribution to the university’s bold and dynamic future.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse, design, develop, and support both existing Oracle-based integration systems and new integration platforms, with a focus on Microsoft Azure technologies, including Azure Data Factory, Logic Apps, and Function Apps.
• Conduct testing and assist with deploying code to test and production environments.
• Document integration solution designs, architecture and components.
• Maintain metadata, data glossary and data catalog processes.
• Contribute to the development of data orchestration and integration standards to ensure reusability and long-term supportability.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver efficient, scalable, and reliable integration solutions.
• Contribute to agile practices for project delivery and solution development.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience with the Microsoft Azure Integration Platform, particularly Azure Data Factory, Logic Apps, and Function Apps.
• Strong proficiency in relational query languages, such as SQL and GraphQL.
• Solid understanding of DevOps tools, practices, and principles.

Systems Integration and Build Responsibilities:

• Implement and support integrations with on-prem systems or third-party solutions.
• Collaborate with technical teams to develop system integration solutions.
• Define and configure integration builds.
• Design and report integration build tests.
• Document system integration components.
• Recommend and implement process and tool improvements.

Data Modelling and Data Analysis Responsibilities:

• Document business data requirements, definitions, models, source systems, and data flows.
• Provide data identification, profiling, and analysis services.
• Maintain data management tasks to ensure integrity and semantic consistency of corporate reporting products.

About you

You are an independent thinker and a collaborative problem-solver, comfortable working across teams and engaging with stakeholders at all levels. You bring:

• A degree in a relevant field or equivalent proven industry experience in enterprise integration solutions, with strong technical knowledge of ETL tools and practices
• The initiative to work autonomously and within dynamic teams

Highly Valued Experience

• Experience with Oracle Data Integrator or similar ETL tools.
• Familiarity with Oracle GoldenGate or similar data replication technologies.
• Understanding of Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), Microservices, and APIs
• Experience coding in languages such as Python or C#
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, combined with sound business acumen.

The successful applicant will have unrestricted Australian work rights and may be subject to a criminal history check. Please note sponsorship will not be available for this position.

What we can offer

This is a full time, continuing opportunity based at the Griffith University Nathan campus.  As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.

HEW 7 Salary – Base range - $101,068.27 - $109,496.54 + 17% super. Full package range - $118,249.89 - $128,110.96.

Why join Griffith?

As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading
• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme
• Opportunities for internal mobility
• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities

How to apply

At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role, please refer to the qualifications above.
• Maximum two page current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details

For application and recruitment advice please reach out to Laura Whitworth, Talent Acquisition Partner on [email protected] 

Closing date: Friday 5thSeptember @ 11.59pm. All applications must be submitted online.