About The Company
Connect One Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a large New South Wales Government organisation. The successful candidate will join the Digital Teaching and Learning team, supporting applications and services that contribute to the Department’s core business. The team works across new initiatives and established systems, with a focus on reliable service delivery, effective technology solutions and responsive support for system users.

About The Role
We are seeking an experienced Backend Java Developer for a contract opportunity within a large NSW Government organisation. In this role, you will contribute to application development and support across the application lifecycle, including design, development, testing, implementation and ongoing maintenance. You will help deliver new initiatives while supporting enterprise-scale and legacy applications, maintaining system performance and resolving incidents in accordance with departmental processes. The role requires close collaboration with ICT professionals, business stakeholders and system users. You will interpret business requirements, contribute to technical analysis and provide practical advice on application solutions. You will also support system integration, change management and technology upgrades, with the aim of improving operational efficiency while minimising service disruption. This is a daily-rate contract, offering $1,000–$1,100 per day, exclusive of superannuation. Qualifications Applicants should have at least five years of backend development experience using Java technologies, including the design and development of microservice-based RESTful APIs using JSON. You will bring experience working with enterprise-scale applications and supporting maintenance,



platform upgrades, incident management and technical investigations, including in legacy environments. Solid knowledge of object-oriented programming, software design, development and testing is required. Relevant experience may include Node.js and TypeScript, JBoss EAP 6 or 7, LDAP directories and SOA web service standards. You should also have experience with AWS services, particularly DocumentDB and API Gateway, and familiarity with Microsoft and Google APIs and OAuth flows. Applicants should have current database experience with Oracle and/or SQL Server, along with a sound understanding of Kubernetes, Docker containers and OpenShift. Experience developing delivery pipelines using Tekton and working with a frontend framework such as Vue.js, React or Angular will be valuable. Experience with TIBCO and cloud technologies is also preferred. Clear communication, sound technical judgement and the ability to work constructively with varied stakeholders are important for success in this role. Responsibilities Contribute to project development and deliver high-quality ICT services and timely project outcomes. Maintain application performance, investigate and resolve system incidents, and support the effective integration of new systems alongside the ongoing operation of existing applications.



Translate business requirements into technical analysis and proposed solutions, including relevant resourcing and cost considerations. Work with ICT teams, stakeholders and users throughout project scoping, design, development, testing and implementation. Support application change management and technology upgrades, and contribute to ICT planning, capacity and resource planning, security and disaster recovery activities. Provide third-level technical support, identify recurring issues and performance trends, and coordinate with external service providers where required. Maintain accurate and timely technical and user documentation, including change records, configuration information, software asset registers, guides and problem-resolution knowledge. Provide specialist advice to supervisors, senior managers and system users, and prepare operational reports that support reliable service delivery and informed decision-making. Benefits This opportunity offers a competitive contract rate of $1,000–$1,100 per day, exclusive of superannuation, with a large and highly regarded NSW Government organisation. You will contribute to meaningful digital teaching and learning services while working on enterprise applications, modern technology and important system support activities. The role also offers the opportunity to collaborate with experienced ICT professionals and contribute across a broad application lifecycle. Equal Opportunity Connect One Recruitment and the hiring organisation are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. Applicants will be considered on their skills, experience and suitability for the role, without discrimination. To apply, submit your CV using the application process provided.

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