Dynamics Developer

Job Details

EMPLOYMENT TYPE - Ongoing Full time

LOCATION - ACT

AFP BAND & SALARY - Band 07 ($123,420.00 - $132,185.00)

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER - 15898

This advertisement is to fill current vacancies and create a merit list for future ongoing or non-ongoing vacancies arising over the next 12 months.

Did you know?

The mission of the Australian Federal Police is to provide dynamic and effective law enforcement to the people of Australia. It provides policing throughout Australia in relation to the prevention and detection of crimes against the Commonwealth, its laws and integrity, and community police services to the Community of the ACT.

Working for the AFP provides you with a diverse and rewarding career. Whether you immerse yourself in a position on the frontline, or provide critical operational or professional support, the work you do makes a big impact on the people of Australia. 

We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to):

• Six weeks (30 days) of paid annual leave per year + additional paid Christmas stand down
• 4 extra days of mandatory rest leave per year 
• 18 days of paid personal leave per year
• Generous superannuation of 15.4%
• 18 weeks paid Parental Leave for Primary Caregiver (and 14 weeks for Secondary Caregiver) + additional unpaid leave entitlements for up until 24 months from the child’s date of birth or placement
• Generous salaries and incremental salary progression governed by the AFP Enterprise Agreement 
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements that support work-life balance
• Health & wellbeing services – with a focus on early intervention, education and prevention
• Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities

What is the role?

Applications are sought from suitably qualified applicants wishing to be considered for the role of Microsoft Developer within the Specialist Capability Systems (SCS) Section, Technology Strategy & Data Branch, Technology Operations & Chief Information Officer Command (TOCIO). The TOCIO is a key enabling AFP Command that provides technological solutions to combat crime and support operational members through innovative solutions that impact upon the criminal environment. The Command provides end to end solutions, advice, cyber security and infrastructure that underpins AFP activities.

The Dynamics Developer will be part of a multi-disciplined team responsible for the delivery of outcomes, change and benefits through supporting and managing operational infrastructure and systems. They will contribute to the design, development, maintenance and ongoing enhancement of digital applications that support the agency’s objectives. The team will consist of Business Analysts, Developers, System Administrators and Test Analysts who are responsible for supporting, monitoring, maintaining and enhancing legacy and recently implemented hardware, platforms, applications, and solutions across multiple security domains. This team will support critical ICT solutions underpinning AFP operational capabilities in collecting intelligence and evidence for AFP investigations, both domestically and internationally and to identify leads for future investigations. Our ideal candidate will be a proactive relationship-builder who can operate with both business and technical stakeholders, is solution focused, committed and is motivated to lead a high performing team.

The Dynamics Developer will be required to contribute to delivering high-quality digital solutions that improve services, support users, and achieve organisation outcomes. You will apply your technical expertise to deliver reliable and efficient software solutions and play an active role in improving development practices and outcomes. The role will have a strong focus on stakeholder collaboration, communication and problem solving in alignment with the objectives of the team, and more broadly the AFP. The role will provide expertise to the team developing and implementing technical capabilities, and process improvements to underpinning services to deliver benefits.

Consistent with the AFP values, AFP leadership philosophy, organisational reform agenda’s corporate business plans and your Performance Development Agreement, the expectation is that you will deliver on the core responsibilities and meet any requirements of the position as outlined below. You will also be required to contribute to the achievement of outcomes in accordance with the regulatory framework, the AFP Code of Conduct and the AFP Governance Instruments.

What will you do?

• Be responsible for designing, configuring, customising, unit testing, and maintain high-quality Microsoft Dynamics on-premise software applications to meet requirements.
• Analyse complex ICT business issues and requirements, applying expertise to identify and recommend solutions options.
• Assist in migrations for Microsoft applications including from legacy applications and/or to cloud.
• Review, prepare, contribute and maintain architecture and technical documentation including solution designs, as-built documentation and detailed designs.
• Review and participate in providing feedback on requirements and business readiness artefacts in writing or verbally at workshops and in meetings.
• Assist in troubleshooting, debugging, and upgrading existing Microsoft Dynamics applications.
• Apply secure coding practices and contribute to risk management activities.
• Support system integration and ensure interoperability across applications.
• Monitoring software performance, identifying and fixing bugs, and implementing updates and enhancements.  
• Work collaboratively with technical stakeholders to identify needs, reach agreement on the objectives and commit to achieving results.
• Manage raised defects and clarifications with technical stakeholders.
• Provide relevant reporting progress metrics on progress relating to deliverables/activities.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with team members, stakeholders and vendors to ensure successful outcomes.
• Contribute to the improvement of ICT development standards, processes, procedures and tools.
• Provide mentoring to members of the team.
• Maintaining currency in information technology processes and technical knowledge through ongoing professional development.

Essential Requirements

• You must be an Australian Citizen at the time of application.
• A Negative Vetting 1 (Secret) security clearance or the ability to obtain one.
• Microsoft Certified.
• A minimum of five years’ experience in Microsoft Dynamics on premise and cloud
• Relevant qualifications in Software Development, Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in on-premise to cloud migrations for Microsoft applications.
• Proficiency in multiple programming languages like .net, Java, Python, C++, JavaScript, etc.  
• Demonstrate knowledge of databases, APIs, and system integration.
• A strong understanding and experience of technical development methodologies and frameworks such as Agile, Scrum and DevSecOps.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Stronger relationship building with relevant technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Desirable Requirements

• Experience in Power Pages, Power Apps Portal, Power Automate
• Experience in Microsoft SharePoint 
• Experience in operational and sensitive systems.

Selection Criteria

• Achieve results
• Communicates with influence
• Contributes to strategic thinking
• Cultivates productive working relationships
• Shows personal drive and integrity
• Technical knowledge and skills 

Application

Please submit the following documents via our Jobs portal prior to the closing date and time:

• Resume/CV - This will form the basis for determining your suitability against the position requirements and give the panel a clear outline of your current knowledge and qualifications along with previous experiences. Please include your work history, responsibilities and achievements.
• Applicant pitch (maximum two pages). Ensure your pitch tells us why you are the best fit for the role, with examples that demonstrate your capabilities addressing the selection criteria, role requirements and work level standards for the role. 

Only complete applications will be considered. Please review and ensure the uploaded documents are correct for this application after submitting your application.

Employment Suitability

Should you successfully progress from the application stage all applicants must:

• Complete an Employment Suitability Questionnaire (ESQ) and provide a traffic history check and proof of Australian citizenship. This aids in the assessment of your character and your ability to comply with the AFP's professional standards both in an official and private capacity. Please review our AFP Character Standards to ensure that you meet our requirements before you submit your application. Applicants will not receive feedback if they are unsuccessful at this gateway.
• Have your fingerprints taken if an offer of employment is made.
• Undertake mandatory drug testing for illicit drugs. This sample could include; urine, saliva or hair.
• Satisfactorily undertake a security clearance to the level specified for the position.  

Recruitment Process

Please include any additional selection methods that may be used in this process – i.e. written work sample, skills and/or abilities assessments, etc.

Applicants who have demonstrated their suitability for employment through their resume and application, may be asked to complete additional assessments or activities to determine suitability for the role. This may also include a formal interview. Using the relevant AFP work level standards as a guide, you may be asked a range of questions to demonstrate your skills and abilities. These could include behavioural based scenario questions. Read our guides for applicants to find out how to prepare for your interview.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

We're all individuals and we love that. At the AFP we value the different perspectives, approaches and lived experiences of our people, and recognise that our collective intelligence and diversity is what makes us stronger. As such, we encourage applications from people from all walks of life, including people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, First Nations people, women, the LGBTQIA+ community and people with disability.

Contacts and Closing Information

Contact Officer: Lisa Watman

Contact Officer Email: lisa.watman@afp.gov.au

Applications Close: 11:59pm (AEST) 22/07/2026

To view other employment opportunities, please visit our career site.

www.afp.gov.au