Java Developer

Job: - Java Developer (Must hold an active NV1 Security Clearance)

Duration: 8 Months

Location: - Canberra ACT (Hybrid)

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Java Developer with strong experience in Java and Java EE for a long-term contract role with a Federal Agency.

Key responsibilities

• Apply expertise to enhance and improve existing software, including designing, developing, implementing, and testing software systems, in line with business requirements and software development standards

• Collaborate with other teams, investigate and resolve issues with the operation of an application

• Address errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired results are produced

• Perform revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements

• Provide a high standard of technical and design documentation

• Assist in the development of specialist and/or technical expertise to less experienced and more junior developers

• Contribute to project progress reporting and comply with governance processes

• Develop and support key internal and external relationships, including managing stakeholders to achieve work area and agency goals

About you

• Demonstrated experience to develop and maintain high quality, robust and scalable enterprise level software solutions using Java and Java EE

• Strong knowledge and experience in successfully setting priorities and delivering quality results on time and on budget

• Experience to communicate effectively whilst anticipating stakeholder needs and expectations across a geographically dispersed network

• Experience in analytical abilities with the ability to propose and facilitate change and contribute to business improvement strategies

• Experience to manage staff while developing capabilities, encouraging career development and promoting professionalism

• Demonstrated experience in personal integrity whilst achieving results within legislative and policy parameters

• Must hold an active NV1 security clearance prior to commencement

• Relevant qualifications in information technology (desirable)

• Expertise in software version upgrades (desirable)

• Knowledge of, or ability to, quickly gain knowledge of Australian electoral law and practice (desirable)