- 12 + 12 + 12 months, $$$ negotiable
- Canberra location + Hybrid WFH
- Baseline security clearance required

Our client, a Federal Government Department focused on safety in our waters is seeking a Principal Java Engineer to join their team in September 2026.

Duties:

- Develop enterprise-grade software using Java and Oracle technologies
- Develop / maintain web-based UI using ReactJS, CSS and HTML
- Design data models, translate to physical data models and implement using Oracle Database
- Implement CRUD operations on the database using Java Object-Relational Mapping frameworks
- Produce and maintain detailed design artefacts & technical specifications

Skills & Experience:

- At least 8 years Java experience, enterprise design patterns, JPA, Hibernate ORM, JEE an advantage, reactive programming an advantage
- Java Web service development, SOAP and REST APIs, OpenAPI/XSD Schemas, XML/JSON, Spring/SpringBoot
- Unix/Linux, Bash
- Maven lifecycle management, Continuous Integration, Unit and System Integration testing




- AWS development (EC2, Lambdas, API Gateway, S3/SQS, Cloud Formation)

How to Apply For a copy of the full , including the application instructions, please get in touch with Matt at Recruitment Hive by clicking the Quick Apply button or call Matt on (02) 6299 1006 6299 1006). Please note that applications close 11am 10/08/26. Recruitment Hive welcome late applications to be considered for future opportunities.

Job ID: MF 674345 | LH-07371

We Value Diversity The Recruitment Hive is a proud Equal Prospect 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.

📌 Principal Java Engineer (Canberra)
🏢 Recruitment Hive
📍 Canberra