Senior Frontend Developer

Senior Frontend Developer
Melbourne CBD / Hybrid
12 month initial contract
Competitive daily rate
Baseline Security Clearance required

We're seeking a highly capable Frontend Developer with strong AWS cloud expertise and backend-for-frontend (BFF) experience to join a large-scale, national digital transformation program. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a major reform project here in Melbourne.

You'll join a multidisciplinary Agile delivery team tasked with designing and building modern, secure, and scalable cloud-native solutions, grounded in data mesh and data fabric architecture. As a key member of the team, you'll work closely with UI/UX designers, solution architects, and backend engineers to bring intuitive, responsive, and visually compelling portals and websites to life.

Your Role Will Include:

• Building responsive frontend applications using React, Drupal, GraphQL, and AWS serverless technologies.
• Translating Figma mockups into functional, user-focused web apps that align with accessibility and brand standards.
• Developing backend-for-frontend layers using AWS services (AppSync, Lambda, Amplify, Cognito, API Gateway).
• Supporting CI/CD workflows via GitLab and AWS CDK.
• Collaborating across disciplines to ensure quality, security, and a smooth go-live experience.
• Championing best practices and maintaining high standards in code quality, documentation, and testing.

You'll Bring:

• Proficiency in React, TypeScript, HTML/CSS, and Drupal.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of AWS services: AppSync, Lambda, Cognito, S3, DynamoDB, RDS, and Amplify.
• Experience integrating APIs and CMS solutions in cloud-native environments.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with design, architecture, testing, and DevOps teams.
• A user-first mindset with a passion for building elegant, functional digital experiences.

Ideal Candidate:

You're a strong communicator, passionate about building accessible, secure, and high-performing web applications. You thrive in Agile teams, bring initiative and pragmatism to your work, and are excited by the opportunity to help shape public-facing digital services with real-world impact. Must be Australian citizen.

If you wish to apply for this position, please submit your resume by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. For further information please contact Courtney Smith at Clicks IT Recruitment on +61 429 518 240.

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