Long-term contract Work from a central office in Canberra Open to PR's and Aus Citizens

Your new company
Hays is partnering with a small federal government-backed organisation seeking an experienced Software Engineer. Join a leading scientific and technology organisation delivering large-scale digital platforms used across Australia. Working within a high-performing engineering team, you'll contribute to the development of modern cloud-based applications and services that support critical national outcomes.
Your recent role
As a Software Engineer, you will design, develop and support enterprise applications across a modern technology environment. You'll work across the full software development lifecycle, contributing to web applications, APIs, microservices and cloud services while collaborating with developers, infrastructure specialists, security teams and business stakeholders. The role offers exposure to contemporary software engineering practices, automation technologies and cloud-native delivery approaches.
What you'll need to succeed
Solid software development experience using Java
Experience with Spring Boot,



Hibernate, Grails or similar frameworks
Experience developing APIs, web applications and microservices
AWS cloud experience
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes or similar technologies
Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
Experience working within CI/CD settings
Strong understanding of modern software engineering practices

What you'll get in return
Initial 19-month engagement
Potential 12-month extension
Hybrid working arrangements
Opportunities available across ACT (preferred), NSW, VIC, QLD, WA and TAS
Exposure to modern cloud and DevOps technologies
Collaborative and technically focused team environment

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

📌 Java Developer Canberra
🏢 Hays
📍 Canberra