Profectus is seeking experienced Fullstack Java Developers to support a large agency within the Australian Government in the delivery and maintenance of modern, citizen-facing digital platforms. These roles suit developers who are passionate about building high-quality software in complex, enterprise-scale environments.
You will contribute across the full software development lifecycle, from analysis and design through to development, testing, and go-live support. Working within multidisciplinary Agile teams, you will apply your expertise to deliver well-engineered solutions that meet both functional and non-functional requirements.
This is an opportunity to work on nationally significant digital services, applying modern development practices and technologies to deliver outcomes that directly impact millions of Australians.
Key Responsibilities
* Undertake analysis, design, development, testing, and maintenance of fullstack applications across frontend and backend layers
* Design and develop technical solutions for complex, custom, and migration-based software projects
* Build and maintain RESTful microservices and APIs that integrate with broader enterprise platforms
* Develop responsive, modern frontend interfaces as part of single-page application architectures
* Ensure high standards of code quality through peer reviews, automated testing, and adherence to agreed development methodologies
* Support CI/CD pipelines and contribute to DevOps practices including build, deployment, and configuration management
* Provide go-live and post-deployment support for released applications
* Collaborate with stakeholders, architects, and project teams to ensure effective and timely delivery of solutions
* Prepare and maintain technical documentation including design documents and progress reports
* Identify and escalate issues proactively, proposing alternative approaches where appropriate
* Stay current with ICT policies, processes, and emerging technologies, and share knowledge across the team
Required Experience
* Strong experience in Java-based backend development, including frameworks such as Spring
* At least 2 years of experience in modern frontend development, particularly with Angular and TypeScript
* Experience building and consuming RESTful microservices and APIs
* Solid understanding of relational and non-relational databases
* Experience with CI/CD tooling, Git-based workflows, and DevOps practices
* Familiarity with containerisation technologies and infrastructure-as-code approaches
* Experience with automated testing practices including unit and integration testing
* Ability to work effectively within Agile teams and multidisciplinary delivery environments
* Strong communication skills with the ability to produce clear technical documentation and engage with stakeholders at all levels
* Experience working within Australian Government agencies or large-scale public sector environments
* Exposure to security-focused development practices including SAST/DAST and SecDevOps
* Experience with messaging technologies and multi-tier enterprise architectures
* Familiarity with behaviour-driven development (BDD) approaches
* Experience providing application support and maintenance in production environments
* Knowledge of systems integration and build practices within complex delivery programs
Security Requirements (Critical)
* Must be an Australian Citizen with the ability to obtain a Baseline Security Clearance
* Current Baseline Security Clearance (or higher) is preferred
Working Arrangements
* Hybrid working arrangement based in Canberra, Sydney, or Brisbane
* Expected commencement from July 2026
* Initial 12-month contract with possible extension options
Why Profectus
Profectus partners with government agencies to deliver trusted ICT capability across complex environments. We take a long-term, relationship-driven approach, supporting our people across the full lifecycle of their engagement while contributing to outcomes of national importance.
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