Application Developer

yourtown is a trusted provider of services for young people, with a focus on mental health and wellbeing, long-term unemployment, prevention of youth suicide, child protection, as well as support for those experiencing domestic and family violence.

Powered by yourtown, Kids Helpline is here for children and young people whenever they need us, anytime for any reason 24/7, through tailored mental health counselling services in line with their changing preferences for help-seeking.

Realise your potential at yourtown.

your opportunity

As the Application Developer, you will design, create, and maintain user-friendly innovative applications that meet the needs of our users and align with the company's goals and ensure their ongoing performance, security, and usability. In this position, responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Application Development - Develop and update applications on Linux environments, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance on these platforms.

• Coding and Debugging - Writing clean, efficient and maintainable code.

• Application Lifecycle Management, including planning, development, testing, deployment, and maintenance.

• Stakeholder Collaboration - working closely with cross functional teams

• Technology Exploration – Staying abreast of emerging technologies and trends in mobile application development

what we are looking for

At yourtown, we believe positivity is powerful and the enabler of great things. We are all connected through our shared passion, commitment, and belief in young people, and are committed to helping young people see greatness in themselves. In addition, you also possess:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Application Development, or a related field coupled with 4 year’ demonstrated experience.

• Knowledge of secure coding practices for web and mobile applications

• Experience with cloud services and development

• Experience with version control methodologies and systems

• Proficiency in managing and maintaining Linux and CentOS systems, including performing regular updates, security patches, and troubleshooting issues.

• Strong understanding of web development

your benefits

When you join yourtown you will be welcomed into a safe, inclusive, and diverse community and an established and reputable national organisation. We are a resilient, resourceful, and dedicated team who strive to make a difference and not accept the status quo.

Your employment experience will include:

• salary sacrifice options to increase your take home pay
• opportunity for flexible working arrangements
• access to Paylab to help you save on everyday items like groceries, pharmaceutical, automotive services, as well as things like clothing, books, electricals, furniture, and even holidays!
• opportunities for internal and external professional development
• free access to LinkedIn Learning including over 16,000 learning modules
• a genuine focus on employee health and wellbeing
• yourWellness program includes free access to Calm & Centr Apps
• access to free and confidential counselling sessions for you and members of your immediate family
• access to discounted private health insurance, banking and finance, insurance, and superannuation through our partner organisations
• an environment that genuinely values diversity and cultural capability and is an equal opportunity employer

how to apply

If you believe in the power of young people and in yourself, join team yourtown and have an amazing impact on the lives of young people, their families, neighbourhoods and the wider community in Australia.

To apply, and for a full Position Description please visit: https://careers.yourtown.com.au/.

Contact: Kerry Smith | Talent Acquisition Specialist | *******@yourtown.com.au

yourtown has a zero-tolerance approach to abuse and we believe that Safeguarding is a shared responsibility of all, for all.

yourtown is committed to providing services that protect and keep children, young people and adults at risk free from harm. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Criminal History Check and retention of a valid Working with Children Check.

"In our team we value diversity, inclusivity and people who want to make a difference"