Java Software Engineer

Senior Java Developer | Melbourne | Hybrid (WFH + Onsite)

A leading Australian software company is seeking two Senior Java Developers to join its growing development team. This organisation builds and supports enterprise-level, browser-based solutions for it's clients in the health care industry. In this role, you'll make a difference and help the community!

You’ll work alongside a collaborative team of experienced developers to deliver product enhancements, build new features, and ensure system stability for a large and established client base.

About the Role

As a Senior Developer, you will:

• Develop new features and maintain existing modules within a complex enterprise system
• Work within an Agile Scrum environment, contributing to design, coding, testing, and documentation
• Conduct code reviews and performance optimisation
• Participate in root cause analysis and ensure adherence to security, audit, and coding standards
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver reliable, scalable software solutions

Skills and Experience

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Strong experience in Core Java development (at least 5 years)
• Oracle certification in MySQL 8.0
• Expertise with JDBC (not JPA)
• Solid SQL/MySQL skills – including query design and performance tuning
• Understanding of client/server architecture and object-oriented design
• Awareness of secure coding practices (OWASP Top 10)
• Experience with Google Web Toolkit (GWT) – training can be provided

About You

You’re a self-motivated, detail-oriented developer who takes ownership of your work and contributes to team success. You enjoy solving complex problems, profiling and optimising code, and producing high-quality, secure software.

Key Points

• Hybrid work model – mix of WFH and onsite collaboration in Essendon (1-2 days)
• Supportive, people-focused team culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and certification
• Competitive salary (flexible but ideally $150k base plus Super)

Any questions please email: [email protected]

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.