Senior Java Engineer – Spring Boot & Microservices | Sydney, Australia

Resourcecorner IT; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Resource Corner IT in Sydney is seeking a Senior Java Engineer to join our growing technology team. You will apply Core Java to develop scalable backend applications and REST APIs, leveraging Spring and Spring Boot in a microservices context.

The role emphasizes backend architecture, Java design patterns, and professional growth through advanced Java backend projects, API development, and enterprise engineering initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on Java development experience.
• Strong Core Java skills.
• Hands-on experience building REST APIs.
• Strong experience with Spring / Spring Boot.
• Solid understanding of microservices-based architecture.
• Strong understanding of Java Object-Oriented Programming (OOP).
• Good knowledge of entity relationship management.
• Hands-on experience with Maven is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend applications using Core Java.
• Design and build scalable REST APIs.
• Develop applications using Spring and Spring Boot.
• Work with microservices-based architecture.
• Apply Java OOP principles to software development.
• Manage entity relationships within application architectures.
• Use Maven for project build and dependency management.
• Apply appropriate Java design patterns to software solutions.
• Contribute to application architecture and backend development activities.
• Develop maintainable, scalable, and reliable software components.
• Collaborate with technical teams throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application and backend development issues.

Skills

Core Java

Java OOP

Backend development

REST APIs

Tools

Spring

Spring Boot

Maven

Microservices

Job description

Location

Sydney, Australia

Job Category

• Information Technology (IT) & Software
• Engineering & Technical

Job Overview

Resource Corner IT is seeking an experienced Senior Java Engineer to join its growing technology team in Sydney. The role is suited to a software engineering professional with strong Core Java expertise and hands‑on experience developing scalable backend applications and REST APIs.

The successful candidate will work with Spring, Spring Boot, Microservices architecture, Maven, Java OOP principles, entity relationship management, and Java design patterns. Candidates should be capable of developing robust backend solutions and contributing effectively to modern software engineering projects.

This opportunity provides scope for career growth and professional development through hands‑on experience in Java backend development, API development, microservices, and enterprise application architecture. Relevant Java, Spring, cloud, or software engineering certifications and technical training can further support professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend applications using Core Java.
• Design and build scalable REST APIs.
• Develop applications using Spring and Spring Boot.
• Work with microservices-based architecture.
• Apply Java OOP principles to software development.
• Manage entity relationships within application architectures.
• Use Maven for project build and dependency management.
• Apply appropriate Java design patterns to software solutions.
• Contribute to application architecture and backend development activities.
• Develop maintainable, scalable, and reliable software components.
• Collaborate with technical teams throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application and backend development issues.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands‑on Java development experience.
• Strong Core Java skills.
• Hands‑on experience building REST APIs.
• Strong experience with Spring / Spring Boot.
• Solid understanding of microservices-based architecture.
• Strong understanding of Java Object‑Oriented Programming (OOP).
• Good knowledge of entity relationship management.
• Hands‑on experience with Maven is mandatory.
• General understanding of Java design patterns.
• Strong backend development and software engineering capabilities.
• Good analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a software engineering team.
• Relevant Java or software engineering certifications are advantageous.

Eligibility

• Candidates must be locally available in Sydney.
• Candidates must have full working rights in Australia.
• Sponsorship is not provided.

Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

Salary details have not been provided for this position.

The role provides opportunities for career progression and professional development through hands‑on work with Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, microservices, and backend engineering. Candidates can continue to strengthen their technical profile through relevant training, professional certifications, and advanced software engineering development.