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Software Engineer

Bedford are building a Data and Applications team to support our strategy. Add value to our growth through your expertise in Microsoft technologies.

  • Full time, permanent
  • Located 10 minutes south of the CBD at Panorama
  • Flexible arrangements negotiable
  • Opportunity for career growth and personal development within an expanding team


About Bedford

Bedford exists to support people with disability to live the life they choose through a diverse range of skill-building opportunities, from social activities, experiences, supported employment and open employment. Underpinning this is the belief that diversity, inclusion and acceptance equals belonging for people of all abilities.

People with disability who live, work, and receive care from Bedford need to do more than just get by, they should be given the opportunity and resources to learn, grow and live meaningful, confident lives.


About the Role

This full-time, permanent role is located at our Panorama site and reports to the Manager, Data and Applications. It is part of a new team which is being developed as part of our capability strategy. The role involves developing software solutions using .NET, C#, and SQL Server, collaborating with stakeholders to define requirements, writing clean, efficient and maintainable code, and testing to ensure software quality. This role is required to stay updated with new Microsoft technologies, and work with other teams to ensure that software solutions meet business standards.

Key responsibilities include:

  • designing, developing and maintaining software applications and systems using Microsoft technologies
  • writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code
  • collaborating with other developers and stakeholders to define software requirements, design solutions, and implement features
  • conducting testing to ensure software quality and performance
  • troubleshooting and debugging software issues and develop solutions
  • working collaboratively with other teams to meet business requirements and standards

About You

As a skilled and experienced Software Engineer you will have strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a creative mindset to develop innovative solutions to complex problems. You are self-motivated, positive, dynamic, collaborative, and business-oriented, with the ability to explain ICT concepts to users in non-technical terms. You will also possess the ability to prioritise duties and workload, work effectively in a team environment, and have strong communication skills to work with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.

Other skills and experience include:

  • experience with Microsoft technologies such as .NET, C#, and SQL Server, as well as software development principles
  • familiarity with Agile methodologies and strong knowledge of software testing
  • attention-to-detail in configuring and ensuring correct function of Microsoft applications
  • strong understanding of data management principles and ability to work with complex data sets
  • able to remediate outdated custom codes and extensions while minimising disruption to operations
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, and necessary clearances
  • Flexibility and adaptability to changing technology needs and government mandates

For this role the following documents must be provided prior to a formal offer of employment with Bedford Phoenix Incorporated:

  • a National Police Clearance (gained no more than six months ago)
  • an NDIS worker screening clearance (or other suitable clearance to work in the disability sector)
  • evidence of right to work in Australia
  • a current and full Driver’s Licence

What’s in it for you?

  • Generous salary packaging, with the ability to access a portion of your pre-tax salary to pay your mortgage, rent, utilities, car payments, school fees and other personal costs, reducing your taxable income
  • An encouraging and supportive team focused on collaboration
  • Support work life balance through the ability to negotiate flexible and hybrid work arrangements
  • Exciting prospects for career growth and personal development in an expanding team
  • A multi-disciplinary team with opportunities to team up and learn from each other
  • A new team with leadership which endorses formal and informal upskilling and cross functional development
  • Monthly team meetings held offsite with catering provided
  • Paid parental leave
  • A dedicated pool car reserved for IT purposes
  • Onsite parking and cafe

If you would like to enquire further about this opportunity, please contact Ellisha Tonkin, Recruitment Advisor on 08 8275 0204. All enquires will be treated in confidence.


Applications close 6th June 2023.

Bedford reserves the right to close applications prior to this date.


At Bedford, we believe in fostering a diverse, accepting, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from individuals of all genders, as well as from First Nations people and those with disabilities. If you require any adjustments to support your application or the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to contact Bedford Recruitment at 08 8275 0211 or via email at recruitment@bedfordgroup.com.au. We're committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment for all candidates, and we look forward to hearing from you.