Senior Java Developer

Hudson is partnering with a leading organisation in the Defence sector and we're seeking a highly skilled Senior Java Developer to join a dynamic team delivering secure, scalable, and mission-critical enterprise applications. This role offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects that support national capability, while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a technically rich environment.

Contract Assignment: 12 Months to begin, with possibility for extensions
Location: Adelaide CBD, 4 days work in office requirement

Due to the security requirements associated with the position, only candidates with Baseline/NV1/NV2 Clearance will be considered

As a Senior Java Developer, you will lead the development and deployment of enterprise-grade applications, ensuring performance, security, and maintainability. You'll work across the full software lifecycle from design and implementation to integration and support while collaborating with architects, product owners, and infrastructure teams. You'll manage version control using Git, configure Tomcat environments, and leverage the Spring Boot ecosystem to build robust backend services. You'll also contribute to secure authentication protocols, API design and documentation, and support data integrity across downstream systems.

• Java Development: 5+ years of experience with Java, including current expertise in Java 17+.
• Tomcat Configuration: Experience deploying Java and web applications (React/Angular) in Tomcat environments, including servlet and WEB-INF configuration.
• Spring Boot Ecosystem: 1–2 years of hands-on experience with Spring Boot and related libraries.
• Git & Version Control: Strong proficiency in Git workflows, repository management (Bitbucket/GitLab), branching strategies, and pull request handling.
• Security & Authentication: Familiarity with Spring Security and protocols such as LDAP, SAML, and OAuth2.0.
• API Design & Documentation: Experience designing and documenting RESTful APIs using Swagger/OpenAPI.
• Containerization & DevOps: Experience with Docker or Podman for managing containerized applications, especially those bundling frontend and backend code.

Join a dynamic, mission-driven workplace where you\'ll tackle impactful national security projects, collaborate with top-tier talent, enjoy flexible and values-driven culture, and grow through continuous professional development.

Please reach out to me via [emailprotected] with your contact number and resume (in Microsoft Word format) should you be interested.

(Tip for a successful consideration: As you prepare your application, we encourage you to carefully review the requirements associated with this role to ensure eligibility. To support a meaningful assessment of your fit, your resume should provide clear, detailed examples of your contributions, measurable impact, and relevant commercial experience that align with the roles criteria. Please be aware that we rely solely on the information presented in your application - if specific experience or achievements are not included, we are unable to infer or assume them.)

Lastly, we will only be able to consider candidates who are currently based in Adelaide, SA.

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