Full Stack Engineer

Company Description
Open Universities Australia (OUA) is a not-for-profit organisation that serves as Australia's destination for online tertiary study. We are dedicated to empowering students from all walks of life by providing access to education from universities across the country and helping them achieve their goals. As part of our team, you will contribute to improving the experiences of our students and university partners.
Job Description
We are currently seeking a skilled Full Stack Developer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining OUA's web-based systems. You will work collaboratively in a cross-functional product development team, understanding requirements and developing solutions that meet the needs of our customers.
Check out our for more insights about our journey and progress to date.
Here’s what a normal day might look like for you

• Collaborate with members of the product development team to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Design, develop, test, and deploy web-based systems using JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Node.js, and React
• Apply web architecture patterns and conventions such as microservices, API design, contract testing, containerisation, test automation, and serverless architecture
• Utilise modern software development techniques, including test-driven development, refactoring, deployment automation, DevOps, and CI/CD
• Familiarity with cloud computing services (AWS) including Lambda, SQS/SNS, S3, and DynamoDB
• Contribute to open-source projects and continuously improve your technical skills
• Share knowledge and present on topics of interest to the team

Qualifications
What you’ll bring to this role

• Strong experience in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS
• Proficiency in modern JavaScript frameworks and environments, such as Node.js and React
• Familiarity with web architecture patterns and conventions, including microservices, API design, contract testing, containerization, test automation, and serverless architecture
• Knowledge of modern software development techniques, such as test-driven development, refactoring, deployment automation, DevOps, and CI/CD Experience with cloud computing services, particularly AWS (Lambda, SQS/SNS, S3, DynamoDB)
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with a focus on teamwork and constructive feedback
• Demonstrated growth mindset, curiosity, and a drive for continuous improvement
• Passion for sharing knowledge and presenting on relevant topics

As OUA is focused on education and development, we encourage individuals that have dedication, passion and enthusiasm to what they do but not necessarily meet all the criteria to apply.
Additional Information
What do we offer?

• Flexible working options (2 days in the office and 3 days working from home)
• Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits, including novated leasing
• Competitive market salary along with annual individual and company incentives
• Discounted gym memberships and health insurance
• Learning and training opportunities
• Subsidised study opportunities
• Paid subscription to Calm as part of our commitment to health and wellbeing
• Inclusive leave policy to swap and recognise significant events that fall outside of our public holidays
• Workation leave – work anywhere for 10 days of the year

At OUA, we value autonomy, alignment, and agility. Our empowered cross-functional teams follow a strategic process to drive customer value. Our inclusive and diverse workplace fosters a culture of Continuous Improvement, Caring for Each Other, and Acting for Customers.
We are committed to building and fostering an inclusive, diverse workplace. Our marketplace is for everyone, so is our workplace. Come and share your personal experiences, your perspectives, and your background with us as we continue to help students transform their lives.