ASO7 K2 Lead Developer

About the Company

The Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) Service supports the frontline policing and corporate operations of SAPOL through the provision of ICT infrastructure and communication platforms, operational software applications, and support services. The Service is responsible for driving the ongoing evolution of ICT capability across SAPOL, through the delivery of high-quality ICT change programs. The Service is structured across four core pillars: Strategy, Innovation and Engagement; Program Delivery; Operational Services; and Security and Assurance. The Service extends from traditional ICT services to encompass a specialist radio and technology capability, including laser and radar calibration services.

Program Delivery is accountable for the successful delivery of business outcomes from a large portfolio of projects. It contains both project delivery accountability as well as portfolio governance responsibilities to manage quality, risk, and budget to optimise outcomes from the portfolio as a whole. SAPOL is undertaking a large complex portfolio of work across a range of areas including core infrastructure, business systems and digital transformation initiatives.

This full portfolio has been broken into key sub-portfolios to deliver on the business outcomes including the Mobility Portfolio, in which this position is located.

The Mobility Portfolio is responsible for the delivery of 2 flagship Programs; the Mobile Workforce Program (MWP), which is focused on delivering personally issued mobile devices provisioned with full frontline capability, and the Digital Workforce Program (DWP), which is rolling out digital innovation across SAPOL. Together, these programs represent an enterprise multi-year technology transformation program that will usher in SAPOL’s future workplace and deliver IT solutions for next generation policing.

Role Overview

The Lead Developer K2 provides technical leadership to a team of developers, guiding the delivery of secure, high quality custom software while fostering a collaborative and continuously improving team culture. The role is responsible for defining and implementing consistent SDLC processes across planning, design, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance. With strong analytical and communication skills, the Lead Developer designs and develops K2 workflows, SmartForms, SmartObjects and Views, integrates applications with external systems, and enhances existing solutions for improved performance and usability. The position ensures secure coding practices, high performance, scalability and compliance with security requirements. Working closely with business stakeholders, designers and developers, the Lead Developer resolves complex issues, oversees testing and code reviews, maintains documentation and version control, and introduces CI/CD pipelines to support automated testing, integration and deployment.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience leading development teams and implementing secure, high quality, sustainable software development practices aligned with policies and SDLC principles.
• Strong experience with DevSecOps approaches and CI/CD pipeline development.
• Proven experience with K2 development, including workflow automation, form design and SmartObject architecture, and integrating K2 with external systems such as SharePoint, Active Directory and REST/SOAP APIs.
• Proficiency in C#, .NET Framework, .NET Core, MS SQL Server, JavaScript and HTML/CSS.
• Well developed understanding of service management processes (ITIL) in the delivery of application services.
• Strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills with the ability to interpret information, analyse complex issues and develop effective application based solutions.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Special Conditions

• The incumbent must hold a current Australian work eligibility status and will be subject to a criminal history check.
• The incumbent may be assigned to other duties at this remuneration level or equivalent.
• Some out of hours work and intra/interstate travel may be required.
• The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL’s iEngage program.

Salary

ASO7 - $108,109 - $116,864 per annum.

Enquiries

Bianca Holmes
(08) 7100 1784
Bianca.Holmes@harrisonmcmillan.com.au
 

Application Instructions

All applications must be submitted online.

Applicants must submit a covering letter (two pages) addressing the essential minimum requirements of the role outlined in the Position Information Document, a current resume and the contact information of three referees including your current line manager. Applicants external to SAPOL must complete an RF2099 Pre-Employment Declaration Form and submit this with their application.

South Australia Police is dedicated to strengthening trust and collaboration with First Nations communities in South Australia as we shape a culturally responsive and inclusive workplace for First Nations employees.

Our vision is to create safer communities by strengthening the bonds of mutual respect, understanding, and partnerships between police and First Nations peoples. By deepening our appreciation and understanding of First Nations cultures and acknowledging the past, we are committed to focusing on the present and moving forward together into the future.

South Australia Police is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

People with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.   The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.