Java Developer

Talenza; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 166,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Talenza is seeking an experienced Java Developer for a Federal Government project based in Canberra with flexible work-from-home options. The role focuses on enterprise Java/Java EE development, production support, and system enhancements.

You will work in a high-profile environment, address complex issues, and contribute to governance and documentation while mentoring junior developers. NV1 clearance is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining and enhancing complex, business-critical applications.
• Experience upgrading and modernising applications.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem solving capabilities.
• Experience delivering development outcomes within set timelines.
• Active NV1 clearance is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain enterprise Java applications.
• Enhancing and improving existing software platforms.
• Undertaking software upgrades, enhancements and remediation.
• Investigating and resolving complex production issues.
• Testing and validating changes for reliable outcomes.
• Reviewing code for efficiency, performance and maintainability.
• Producing technical and solution documentation.
• Collaborating with developers, technical teams and stakeholders.
• Mentoring junior developers.
• Contributing to project reporting and governance.

Skills

Java

Java EE

Production support

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Relevant IT degree

Job description

Role: Java Developer
Daily Rate: $900 - $1000 incl. Super
Contract Length: Initial contract to 30/06/27 + 12-month extension
Location: Canberra/WFH Flex

An established Federal Government agency is seeking an experienced Java Developer to join a high-profile technology environment supporting critical, enterprise-scale applications.

This is a hands-on development role suited to someone with strong experience across Java / Java EE, enterprise application development, system enhancements, upgrades and production support.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing, developing and maintaining robust, scalable enterprise applications using Java and Java EE
• Enhancing and improving existing software platforms in line with business and technical requirements
• Undertaking software upgrades, application enhancements and remediation
• Investigating and resolving complex application and production issues
• Testing and validating application changes to ensure reliable outcomes
• Reviewing and improving existing code to increase efficiency, performance and maintainability
• Producing high‑quality technical and solution documentation
• Working collaboratively with developers, technical teams and business stakeholders
• Supporting and mentoring less experienced developers
• Contributing to project reporting, technical governance and delivery planning
• Operating effectively within structured security, legislative and governance frameworks

About You

• Experience maintaining and enhancing complex, business‑critical applications
• Strong experience with software version upgrades and application modernisation
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem‑solving capability
• Experience delivering development outcomes within agreed timelines and priorities
• Strong technical documentation skills
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior developers
• Previous experience within Federal Government, Defence, financial services or another highly regulated environment will be highly regarded
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Information Technology or a related discipline

If you are an experienced Java Developer with strong enterprise application experience and an active NV1 clearance, for a confidential discussion.