Start Date: October 2025 (or ASAP)
End Date: 30 June 2026 (with potential extension)
Work Type: Contract – Full Time
On-site Requirement: 2-3 days per week in Porirua
We’re seeking an experienced Senior Full Stack Java Developer to join a small, agile product team supporting a critical public-facing system. This is a hands-on role focused on maintaining and enhancing a secure portal and backend application used by thousands of users across New Zealand.
About the Role:
You’ll be working closely with another developer to support and improve a Java-based portal and backend system. The front-end uses the Wicket framework, while the backend is built with JSP and Java. You’ll contribute to new functionality, system upgrades, and ongoing maintenance, all within a collaborative and agile environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Full stack software development, including enhancements and maintenance.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies and sprint planning.
- Write and maintain unit and integration tests.
- Prepare and deploy software releases across environments.
- Ensure documentation and user stories are complete and high quality.
- Extensive experience with Java (Java 8).
- Solid front-end skills: HTML, JavaScript, CSS.
- Experience with Spring / Spring Boot.
- Strong understanding of Web Services and XML.
- Good knowledge of SQL (DB2 experience a plus).
- Familiarity with WebSphere and/or OpenShift is desirable.
- Experience with Wicket is a bonus but not essential.
If you have the above skills and experience, and are available please send your CV and Cover Letter to: bella.richardson@beyond.co.nz
You must be in New Zealand and have the legal right to work. Overseas applicants will not be considered.
Vacancy #130865
