Java Technical Lead – Canberra
Full-time | $160,000 - $180,000
Canberra, ACT (On-site / Hybrid options)
About the Role
We're looking for an experienced
Java Technical Lead
to provide technical direction and leadership across complex enterprise software projects. In this role, you'll guide a team of talented engineers to deliver high-quality, secure, and scalable solutions for key government and industry clients. This is an opportunity to shape architecture decisions, influence design standards, and ensure technical excellence across every stage of delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the design, development, and implementation of enterprise-grade Java applications
* Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to development teams
* Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and architectural patterns
* Drive technical discussions, design reviews, and solution planning sessions
* Collaborate with architects, business analysts, and project managers to align technical solutions with business needs
* Ensure quality, performance, and security objectives are met across all deliverables
* Stay ahead of emerging technologies and identify opportunities for innovation and improvement
Skills & Experience
* 7+ years of hands-on experience in
Java development
, with recent experience in a
technical leadership
or
senior engineering
role
* Strong proficiency with
Spring / Spring Boot
frameworks and
RESTful API
design
* Deep understanding of
software architecture, microservices, and integration patterns
* Experience leading teams in
Agile / DevOps
environments
* Proficiency with
CI/CD pipelines
,
Git
, and
cloud platforms
(AWS, Azure, or GCP)
* Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to balance hands-on coding with strategic technical direction
Highly Regarded
* Experience with
containerization
(Docker, Kubernetes) and
infrastructure-as-code
tools
* Background in
enterprise consulting
or
large-scale system delivery
* Knowledge of
security, authentication, and API management frameworks
* Australian Citizenship
– required for government client engagement
What's on Offer
* Work on high-impact, nationally significant digital transformation projects
* Collaborative, supportive team culture with technical autonomy
* Hybrid working flexibility (Canberra-based)
* Continuous professional development and leadership pathways
If you're a seasoned Java engineer ready to lead complex projects and mentor a team of
passionate developers, we'd love to hear from you.