Senior Developer

We are helping our client and looking for a full stack Java developer to join a small product delivery team supporting the client's system. You will be working with one other developer to maintain and improve the external facing portal used by our customers to request a Police vet and the back-end system used by the Vetting Services team to process the requests.

The portal is a Java application using the Wicket framework for the UI and the back-end application is Java with a JSP front-end.

About this role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Developer to join an already established a small team and willing to take on development tasks.

Your key focus on the role will be:

• Contribute to software development, including preparing and deploying releases across environments, performing system maintenance and upgrades, and developing new functionality as required.
• Actively participate in planning sessions and all relevant Agile ceremonies.
• Write and maintain unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
• Produce high-quality, comprehensive documentation (including user stories) that supports the delivery of new functionality as prioritized by the business.

Requirements:

• Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years professional experience, with strong expertise in Java (Java 8) and solid front-end development skills in HTML, JavaScript, and CSS.
• Experience with Wicket is an advantage but not essential.
• Proven knowledge and hands-on experience with Spring and Spring Boot (mandatory).
• Strong understanding of SQL; experience with DB2 is preferred but not required.
• Practical experience with Web Services and XML.
• Familiarity with WebSphere and/or OpenShift is desirable.
• Previous experience working with New Zealand Government Web and Technical Standards would be an advantage but is not essential.