Software Development Team Lead

Corporate Services | Information Technology, Corporate Planning and Performance/Project Management Office

• $139,978.49 – 148,325.54 per annum, plus superannuation
• Permanent Full-time
• CBD Location

As the capital city of Western Australia, the City of Perth is a Local Government that is ambitious for the future. To achieve our aims, we recruit the very best people who understand the City exists to enable and deliver the aspirations of the community.

About The Role

As the Software Development Team Lead, you'll lead a skilled team delivering secure, scalable digital solutions that support the City of Perth's services and strategic priorities. Combining technical expertise with people leadership, you'll guide software development from concept through to deployment while fostering innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Reporting to the Business Systems Manager, you'll provide technical direction, mentor developers, oversee project delivery and work closely with business stakeholders to develop modern applications and digital services that improve the way the City operates.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and mentor a high-performing software development team, supporting capability, collaboration and continuous improvement;
• Design, develop and oversee secure, scalable applications using Microsoft technologies including Azure, Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform;
• Manage the full software development lifecycle, from solution design through to testing, deployment, support and ongoing optimisation; and
• Drive digital transformation by improving development practices, system architecture, application performance and stakeholder outcomes.

You'll also bring

• Extensive experience leading software development teams and delivering enterprise applications;
• Strong expertise across Microsoft Azure, Power Platform, Dynamics 365, SQL Server and modern development practices;
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication and problem-solving skills with a collaborative leadership style; and
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Information Systems (or similar) or equivalent industry experience.

What We Offer

At the City of Perth you'll enjoy more than just an exciting leadership opportunity. We offer:

• Professional development and genuine career growth opportunities;
• Health and wellbeing initiatives including Fitness Passport;
• Salary packaging, generous leave provisions and employee recognition programs; and
• A collaborative workplace in the heart of Perth CBD with excellent public transport access.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work for us, you will need to demonstrate:

• A right to work in Australia (e.g. a birth certificate, current passport or current visa); and
• A satisfactory National Police Clearance (dated within 3 months).

How To Apply

Please apply online by clicking the ‘APPLY’ button below, which will direct you to the City’s application questionnaire.

When prompted, please submit: your current resume; a cover letter that concisely addresses the Selection Criteria; and any relevant qualifications or certifications. Remember, less is more!

The Application Process

Applications for this position will close at 5PM AWST Sunday, 26 July 2026. Applications may be considered, and interviews conducted prior to, the closing date.

Please note: The advert may close earlier than the listed closing date should suitable applications be received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Applicants may also be considered for similar positions within the City of Perth.

We’re continuing to build a gender-equitable team and a culture that’s just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the City of Perth Community. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

Canvassing of Elected Members during the recruitment process will disqualify your application.

For further information please contact Raed Alhodali, Business Solutions Manager, 08 9461 1477 or e-mail: [email protected].