Senior API engineer

Trideca; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Mentoring and career growth

Diversity and inclusion program

Job summary

Trideca is hiring Senior Java API Developers to join a key project in the financial products space, focusing on life insurance enhancements. The role requires strong Java and Spring Boot skills, with a pragmatic, delivery-focused mindset.

You will hit the ground running and collaborate with third-party stakeholders to drive the next delivery phase. The team has a structured engineering setup with a Technical Lead and Senior Developers, offering ownership of QA automation strategy, mentoring, and

Qualifications

• 6+ years' experience as a Java Developer in enterprise or financial services.
• Minimum 5+ years in Java, Spring Boot, and microservices.
• Experience in Agile delivery and managing external dependencies with third parties.
• Working knowledge of Kafka and exposure to life insurance or financial products.
• Familiarity with automation frameworks in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable RESTful APIs using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build backend services and microservices with Java for performance and maintainability.
• Implement API standards, versioning, and integration best practices.
• Ensure API security using OAuth2, JWT, and API gateways.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Agile/Scrum settings.
• Support CI/CD deployment pipelines using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Maintain clear technical documentation and support architectural decisions.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

Kafka

Agile delivery

External dependencies

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

OAuth2

Job description

About Trideca

Trideca is a strategy, data and digital partner for technology transformation across Australia. We have worked with some of Australia's leading enterprise companies, including NAB, Suncorp, Optus, Medibank, AGL and many more, to help transform and strengthen their businesses.

In 2026, Trideca won the Australian Financial Review's Best Place to Work award for Professional Services. It's recognition of the culture we've built and the people who make it happen.

Working for Trideca, you will be challenged to think outside the box and do things you have not done before. We tackle unique challenges and work on innovative projects for our enterprise clients across various sectors. As part of the Trideca team, you will be able to embrace opportunities for growth with emerging technologies, in a fast-paced, collaborative, and rapidly growing environment across Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. AI curiosity runs through everything we do, and every team member is encouraged to test new tools, build practical AI skills, and bring that thinking into client work.

At Trideca, we cut through red tape to get things done efficiently. Join us for a dynamic career where you can make a real impact. You can learn more about us here: https://www.trideca.com.au/

About the role

We're hiring two Senior Java API Developers to join a key project in the financial products space, specifically focused on life insurance enhancements. The ideal candidate will bring strong Java and Spring Boot skills, along with a pragmatic, delivery-focused mindset.

This is an existing solution with clear architecture in place, so we're looking for developers who can hit the ground running, collaborate confidently with third-party stakeholders, and help us drive the next phase of delivery.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable, secure RESTful APIs using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build efficient backend services and microservices with Java, ensuring performance and maintainability.
• Implement API standards, versioning, and integration best practices.
• Ensure API security using OAuth2, JWT, and API gateways.
• Optimize application performance and troubleshoot system issues across environments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Agile/Scrum settings.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and solution designs.
• Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews.
• Support CI/CD deployment pipelines using tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Maintain clear technical documentation and ensure compliance with quality and security standards.

Essential requirements

• A minimum of 6+ years' experience as a Java Developer, ideally in enterprise or financial services environments
• Minimum 5+ years of experiencewith Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices architecture
• Experience working in Agile delivery teams and navigating external dependencies with third parties
• Working knowledge of Kafka (basic is fine you don't need to be an expert)
• Previous exposure to life insurance or broader financial services products
• Familiarity with automation frameworks (while you won't maintain them, you'll need to use existing ones for functional testing)
• Comfort working in a regulated or compliance-focused environment
• Passion for continuous learning and a strong drive to grow capabilities in AI and emerging technologies.

What We Offer

You'll join a structured, highly capable engineering team with a dedicated Technical Lead and Senior Developers. You'll have full ownership of the QA automation strategy, backed by a strong safety net for professional growth, mentoring and collaborative architectural planning

Why Choose Trideca?

Empowering Women in Technology: We are committed to closing the gender gap in technology. With our dedicated road map for women, you'll find tailored opportunities to advance your career, supported by mentorship, leadership programs, Women in Technology Chapter and inclusive policies like menstruation leave and flexible working options.

Growth Through Learning: Your growth is our priority. At Trideca, you'll have access to a wide range of learning and development initiatives, from certifications and workshops to personal development programs, ensuring you are always at the forefront of technology and innovation.

Work Your Way: Our flexible work policy supports you to balance your personal and professional life.

Trideca Values

Clients Come First

We obsess over our clients; they mean everything to us and are central to everything we do. We take the time to understand them, so we can deliver outstanding experiences and create moments of WOW

Achieve Greatness Together

Business is a team sport, and we are here to win. We respect, value, and inspire each other to bring our best to 'raise the bar.' We will high-five you when you've nailed it and have honest discussions when you don't.

We Celebrate Our Differences

We are stronger and more successful when we include and appreciate different backgrounds, ideas, and experiences. Diversity helps us be more creative, solve problems better, and achieve more. By valuing everyone's unique contributions, we create a cohesive workplace where everyone can thrive and grow

Own Your Space

We own our space, relationships, and client outcomes. We are fully committed and accountable to ourselves and each other; we deliver what we commit to. We adopt a commercial outlook and expect everyone to think and make decisions like we are the CEO.

Debate, Agree, Commit

We champion open dialogue where every voice matters and ideas are rigorously challenged to create stronger solutions. Once we reach alignment, we commit fully as one team and execute with excellence and accountability.

Have Fun, Go Nuts

No explanation is required, have fun go nuts

We also believe that the unique contributions of everyone at Trideca is the driver of our success. To ensure that our products and culture continue to embrace everyone's perspectives and experiences, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. We are passionate about creating a workplace that fosters active participation and provides an equal playing field, where merit and accomplishment are the sole criteria for success. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We celebrate the diversity of our workforce and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and included.