Java Developer

The Recruitment Hive Pty Ltd; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Recruitment Hive Pty Ltd is seeking a Java Developer for a Federal Government department based in Civic, ACT. The role focuses on designing, developing, implementing, and testing software systems that meet business requirements and standards.

Key duties include investigating issues, correcting errors, revising existing programs, and delivering thorough technical documentation. You will also help develop junior developers and align with Australian electoral law and Commonwealth ICT frameworks.

Qualifications

• Experience developing enterprise-level software with Java/Java EE.
• Ability to upgrade software versions and maintain compatibility.
• Familiarity with Australian electoral law and Commonwealth ICT frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and test software systems to meet business requirements and standards.
• Investigate and resolve issues in application operation.
• Address errors by making changes and rechecking the program; revise/expand existing programs.
• Provide high-quality technical and design documentation.
• Mentor junior developers and share knowledge with the team.

Skills

Java

Java EE

Version upgrades

Electoral law knowledge

Commonwealth ICT frameworks

Job description

Our client, a Federal Government department based in Civic, ACT, that provides Australians with an independent electoral service, requires the services of a Java Developer for a 6 + 12 month contract.

Duties of the Java Developer:

• Designing, developing, implementing, and testing software systems, in line with business requirements and software development standards.
• investigate and resolve issues with the operation of an application.
• Addressing errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program.
• Performing revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs.
• Providing a high standard of technical and design documentation.
• Assisting in the development of specialist and/or technical expertise to less experienced and more junior developers.

Skills and Experience - Java Developer:

• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain high quality, robust and scalable enterprise level software solutions using Java and Java EE.
• Expertise in software version upgrades.
• Knowledge of, or ability to quickly gain knowledge of Australian electoral law and practice.
• Knowledge of, or ability to quickly gain knowledge of the Commonwealth frameworks, including ICT frameworks.

We Value Diversity

The Recruitment Hive is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognise the value of diverse perspectives and experience and are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. We encourage people with disability, indigenous, veterans and people of all backgrounds and abilities to express their interest in this role.

Please note that applications close at 11am on the 11th of November 2026. Recruitment Hive welcome late applications to be considered for future opportunities.