Senior Microsoft AI DeveloperHybrid

Why work for Cenitex 

Cenitex supports a modern, agile and productive public sector, and is driven by the Government’s commitment to a digital Victoria and better outcomes for the community. Cenitex’s purpose is to be the Victorian Government’s trusted IT Partner. We know uniting the best technology and the brightest individuals is the key to our success and we know it is our people who bring our values to life and contribute to the success of our customers, organisation and their colleagues. 

Our People promise is that we treat our employees as people, not workers. We provide an exceptional life experience, and we focus on the feelings, not just the features that match employee needs. We do this by providing deeper connections, having a shared purpose, an inclusive environment, providing interesting work and allowing flexibility. 

Culture and Benefits 

Cenitex provides employees with essential support through all that life presents and want our employees to bring their whole selves to work. We encourage and support professional development and offer a flexible working environment with a focus on employee work-life balance. Here’s a taste of what’s on offer:  

• Flexibility - spans where, when and how we work best  
• Hybrid working - offers employees to work remotely 3 days a week, however it all starts with a conversation and from a place of flexibility 
• Employee discounts - up to 10% across 500 retailers 
• Automatic salary increases  
• Centrally located - state-of-the-art offices and end of trip facilities in the heart of CBD 
• Inclusive parental and carers leave entitlements.

We are proudly a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for all women and strongly encourage women to apply to the role. 

About the role

This is a 12-month full-time fixed term position with a salary of VPS 5.2 $128,635 plus 12% superannuation.

Build practical AI solutions that make a real difference.

We’re looking for a Senior Microsoft AI Developer who combines strong software development skills with experience across the Microsoft technology ecosystem. You’ll design and deliver practical AI, automation and application solutions that solve real business problems.

This is a hands-on development role, with a strong focus on Microsoft Power Platform, Azure, Copilot and enterprise integration. You’ll work closely with stakeholders, architects and delivery teams to take ideas from concept and prototyping through to production.

As part of our AI Centre of Excellence, you’ll also help establish reusable development patterns, technical standards and responsible AI practices across the organisation.

Day to day you'll be expected to: 

• Build and integrate applications, automations and AI-enabled solutions using technologies including Power Apps, Power Automate, Azure, Copilot, APIs and Snowflake.
• Turn business problems into practical technology solutions, working with stakeholders to identify opportunities for AI and automation.
• Lead development and prototyping through to production, ensuring solutions are secure, scalable, maintainable and aligned with architecture, cybersecurity, privacy and responsible AI requirements.
• Provide senior technical guidance through code reviews, solution design, DevOps and technical standards.
• Share your knowledge and help grow AI and development capability across the organisation.

Let's talk about you!

You are an experienced software or application developer who enjoys turning business problems into practical technology solutions. You have strong experience with Microsoft technologies and are comfortable working across application development, automation, integration and emerging AI capabilities.

You will ideally have:

• Strong software development experience in a contemporary enterprise environment.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Platform, particularly Power Apps and/or Power Automate.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure, Copilot, Azure AI services and APIs/integration.
• Experience applying AI or automation to business applications and processes.
• Experience working with platforms such as Snowflake to support applications or AI solutions.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and stakeholder skills.
• An understanding of security, privacy, governance and responsible AI.

We are particularly interested in developers who have built business applications, workflow automation and integrations using Microsoft technologies and are now applying AI to enhance those solutions.

For more information about the role and the numerous employee benefits, check out the Position Description and Life at Cenitex document by clicking the “Apply Now” button.  

Watch some great videos of our staff on our careers page www.cenitex.vic.gov.au/careers to get a better idea of what it could be like to be a part of the Cenitex team. 

Our Commitment to Diversity  

Cenitex is proud of its diverse group of employees with a unique mix of skills and talent. We believe diversity and inclusion enhances our workforce capability and culture in delivering outstanding technology services and solutions for our customers. We embrace differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation.  

Cenitex is an equal opportunity employer. We highly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. 

To apply 

Cenitex is a fast-moving organisation with lots to deliver - so we may not always wait until the job ad expires before reviewing applicants. As a result, you should submit your application as soon as possible. 

To apply, simply complete an application through our LiveHire system.  

Note: Applicants are not required to provide a separate document addressing the Key Selection Criteria. You may also be required to complete a video introduction as part of the recruitment process.  

We’re committed to being inclusive when we hire people and understand that adjustments are sometimes needed. If you require adjustments to complete your application, assessment task or interview it is important you let us know so we can support you. You will not be disadvantaged if you request adjustments. We want all applicants to perform at their best and compete with other applicants equally. 

For any further questions or support contact Cenitex.recruitment@cenitex.vic.gov.au.