Lead Developer - API & Integration

Our client is a large Federal Government agency seeking an EL2 level Lead Developer to join their team and lead the development of the API platform to connect digital channels with enterprise systems including integrations to Salesforce and MuleSoft. 12 month contract + potential 12 month extensionMelbourne or Geelong, minimum 3 days per week in the officeMinimum baseline security clearance, with NV1 preferred The EL2 Lead Developer will work closely with architects, frontend development teams, platform engineers, Salesforce teams and integration specialists, and provide technical leadership for the development of API and backend integrations for digital platform services. This will include establish engineering standards, guiding technical decision-making and mentor developers and driving the adoption of modern engineering practices, AI-assisted software development and cloud-native architectures, while remaining actively involved in solution delivery. Responsibilities Lead the design, development and evolution of the consumer API platform, supporting web applications, portals and mobile applicationsDefine and maintain technical architecture, API standards and engineering practices for backend services developed using modern frameworks such as Golang, GraphQL and cloudnative technologiesProvide technical leadership, mentoring and guidance to backend developers, supporting high-quality engineering outcomes and continuous capability upliftCollaborate closely with Salesforce, MuleSoft, frontend and platform engineering teams to deliver integrated end-to-end digital solutionsDrive the adoption of modern software engineering practices, including AI-assisted development, automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, observability and platform automationContribute to platform reliability, security and operational excellence across AWS, Kubernetes and Cloudflare-based environmentsSupport technical governance activities, architecture reviews and technology decision-making to ensure solutions remain maintainable, secure and scalable over the long term About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Solid demonstrated experience leading the development and design of consumer-facing API platforms and integration solutions for digital channels including portals and mobile appsStrong technical expertise in Golang, GraphQL, API architecture, authentication and authorisation patterns, service-to-service communication and modern integration approachesDemonstrated experience designing and operating cloud-native applications using Kubernetes, AWS services including Amazon EKS, and contemporary platform engineering practicesExperience implementing and supporting Cloudflare technologies, including Zero Trust, Access, Tunnels and edge security capabilitiesExperience designing integration architectures involving Salesforce, MuleSoft or comparable enterprise platformsExperience establishing engineering standards, code review practices, automated testing approaches, CI/CD pipelines, and leveraging contemporary AI-assisted software engineering tools to accelerate deliveryProven ability to lead, mentor and uplift engineering teams while working effectively with architects, integration teams, Salesforce teams, delivery leads and business stakeholdersExperience working within government, regulated or highly governed technology environments This role requires Australian Citizenship, with a current security clearance of baseline or higher. You must hold or be eligible to obtain an NV1 security clearance to be considered for this role. Apply Submit your resume, or for further information please contact Jarrodd.edwards@talentinternational.com. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted For over 30 years Talent has been redefining the contracting experience with industry leading support, exclusive contractor benefits & a world-class digital platform ENGAGE to access it all. Apply today to see how we can elevate your career