Contract role through December 2026 Extension 2 x Java Dev opportunities working Hybrid based in Newstead Strong opportunity to extend We are representing a Queensland Government client seeking 2 x Application Developers to support the design, development, enhancement, and support of enterprise in-house applications within a core systems environment. This is a hands-on contract role suited to developers with strong enterprise Java capability who are comfortable across analysis, build, testing, deployment, support and ongoing system maintenance. Key Responsibilities Design, develop and enhance enterprise applications in Java Perform systems analysis across new and existing applications Build solutions aligned to established standards and practices Contribute to code quality, testing and continuous integration practices Resolve application support issues across custom-built systems Provide maintenance and support advice Perform regular system maintenance tasks Support knowledge transfer and collaborative development across the team Key Technical Experience Enterprise Java development, ideally Java 17 or 21 JSF and exposure to PrimeFaces or similar component libraries HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery Spring 5.x including Spring Security Hibernate / JPA Maven JUnit, Mockito, PowerMock Selenium or broader web testing principles Git and Bitbucket Jira and Confluence Oracle SQL / PL/SQL TomEE / Tomcat Deployment and maintenance across Unix and/or Windows hosted solutions Evaluation Criteria Candidates will be assessed against the following criteria: EC1: Demonstrated experience designing, coding, testing, correcting, deploying and documenting large and/or complex programs using Java SE/EE development kits to achieve a well-engineered result within a specified timeframe. EC2: Demonstrated experience undertaking impact analysis on major design options and assessing associated benefits and risks to ensure system design balances functional, service quality and systems management requirements. EC3: Demonstrated experience in utilising software development best practices including code reviews, continuous integration and related quality-focused delivery methods. EC4: Demonstrated experience facilitating changes in approaches and work practices that improved the quality of software development outcomes. EC5: Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively to plan appropriate development activities and transition technical knowledge to other development team members. EC6: Demonstrated customer-focused approach, collaborative working style and effective communication skills. Apply via the provided links or reach out to Joshua.mccarthy@hudson.com for a confidential discussion. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Hudson Hudson is committed to helping you find a workplace where you feel respected, supported, and free to thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences—because when different voices come together, amazing things happen. Casual Loading Please note for all Australian based contract and temporary roles only, the pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loading. This excludes permanent and fixed term roles. Consultant Joshua.McCarthy@hudson.com Reference number: 249002 Profession:IT, Technology & DigitalDevelopment Company: Hudson Date posted: 17th Mar, 2026
