Full Stack Developer

The Research Computing Centre

Full-time, fixed-term position until October 2027  

Base salary will be in the range $115,645 - $129,654+ 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 8) 

Based at our St. Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

This is an exciting chance to shape the future of digital research at UQ by taking the lead in designing and building the web applications that power world-class discovery. In this role, you’ll contribute to both the front-end and back-end development of innovative platforms such as the UQ Digital Research Infrastructure Portal, ensuring our research community has the tools they need to thrive.

As part of a small, dynamic, and collaborative team of specialists, you’ll enjoy the freedom to explore emerging technologies, experiment with new solutions, and drive innovation in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. With flexible working options and the autonomy to take ownership of your projects, this is an opportunity to expand your technical expertise while making a real impact on research that matters.

If innovating at the intersection of tech and research excites you, join us as our Full Stack Developer and make it happen!

Key Responsibilities Will Include:

• Design, develop, and maintain innovative full-stack web applications to support UQ’s research community.
• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to translate business needs into effective digital research solutions.
• Provide technical leadership on new initiatives, ensuring high-quality architecture, documentation, and delivery.
• Explore and implement emerging technologies to enhance the performance, usability, and sustainability of UQ’s research applications.

About Research Computing Centre

Established in 2011, the Research Computing Centre is a University level Centre reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research and Innovation) that provides coordinated management and support of the University’s sustained and substantial investment in Digital Research infrastructure. The Research Computing Centre is an innovative and multidisciplinary environment that supports collaboration to facilitate discoveries in science and engineering, humanities, and social sciences, through advanced computation, data analysis and other digital research tools. The Centre enhances the University’s Digital Research infrastructure and provides support for interdisciplinary research and education. The Centre interacts with all Faculties and Institutes, the University’s Information Technology Services, research partners as well as industry and government. 

Information about the Centre may be accessed on the Centre’s web site at Research Computing Centre - University of Queensland

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as: 

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave 
• 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading 
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight 
• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family 
• Career development opportunities –access to exclusive internal-only vacancies and our Study for Staff program 
• On campus childcare options 
• Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day) 

• Salary Packaging Options

About You

• Experience in web development, software engineering, or a related field, with a strong technical foundation.
• Proven expertise in modern web development standards and full-stack application design.
• Solid understanding of software architecture, database design, and API development.
• Skilled in TypeScript, React, or similar frameworks, with a track record of building scalable solutions.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively, managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Effective at communicating with diverse stakeholders and producing clear, actionable technical documentation. 

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including right to work in Australia and a criminal check.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.  

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Ashley Wright at a.wright@uq.edu.au.

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.  
 

Want To Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:  

• Resume

• A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with the 'About You' section 

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au. 

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.  

Applications close Thursday 9 October 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-56178). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the week of the 13th of October 2025.