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Job Title


Senior API Engineer


Company : Trideca


Location : Melbourne, Australia


Created : 2025-06-18


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About usTrideca is a strategy, data and digital partner for technology transformation across Australia. We have worked with some of Australia''s leading enterprise companies (including NAB, Suncorp, Optus, Medibank, AGL and many more), to help transform and empower their businesses.Working for Trideca, you will be challenged to think outside the box and do things you have not done before. We tackle unique challenges and work on innovative projects for our enterprise clients across various sectors. As part of the Trideca team, you will be able to embrace opportunities for growth with emerging technologies, in a fast-paced, collaborative, and rapidly growing environment across Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.At Trideca, we cut through red tape to get things done efficiently. Join us for a dynamic career where you can make a real impact. You can learn more about us here: the roleWere hiring two Senior Java API Developers to join a key project in the financial products space, specifically focused on life insurance enhancements. The ideal candidate will bring strong Java and Spring Boot skills, along with a pragmatic, delivery-focused mindset.This is an existing solution with clear architecture in place, so we''re looking for developers who can hit the ground running, collaborate confidently with third-party stakeholders, and help us drive the next phase of delivery.ResponsibilitiesDesign anddevelop scalable, secure RESTful APIs using Java and Spring Boot.Buildefficient backend services and microservices with Java, ensuringperformance and maintainability.ImplementAPI standards, versioning, and integration best practices.Ensure APIsecurity using OAuth2, JWT, and API gateways.Optimizeapplication performance and troubleshoot system issues across environmentsCollaboratewith cross-functional teams in Agile/Scrum settings.Contributeto architectural decisions and solution designs.Mentorjunior developers and conduct code reviews.SupportCI/CD deployment pipelines using tools like Docker and Kubernetes.Maintainclear technical documentation and ensure compliance with quality andsecurity standards.Essential requirementsA minimum of6+ years'' experience as a Java Developer, ideally in enterprise or financial services environmentsDeep hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices architectureExperience working in Agile delivery teams and navigating external dependencies with third partiesWorking knowledge of Kafka (basic is fine you don''t need to be an expert)Previous exposure to life insurance or broader financial services productsFamiliarity with automation frameworks (while you won''t maintain them, you''ll need to use existing ones for functional testing)Comfort working in a regulated or compliance-focused environmentOur ValuesClients Come FirstWe obsess over our clients; they mean everything to us and are central to everything we do. We take the time to understand them, so we can deliver outstanding experiences and create moments of WOW.We Celebrate Our DifferencesWe are stronger and more successful when we include and appreciate different backgrounds, ideas, and experiences. Diversity helps us be more creative, solve problems better, and achieve more. By valuing everyone''s unique contributions, we create a cohesive workplace where everyone can thrive and grow.Achieve Greatness TogetherBusiness is a team sport, and we are here to win. We respect, value, and inspire each other to bring our best to raise the bar. We will high-five you when you''ve nailed it and have honest discussions when you don''t.Own Your SpaceWe own our space, relationships, and client outcomes. We are fully committed and accountable to ourselves and each other; we deliver what we commit to. We adopt a commercial outlook and expect everyone to think and make decisions like we are the CEO.Encourage Open DebateWe encourage discussion and debate while relentlessly focusing on our overarching vision and purpose in line with our core values; the outcome each and every time is a total commitment to execute what has been decided.Have Fun, Go NutsNo explanation is required, have fun, go nuts.We also believe that the unique contributions of everyone at Trideca is the driver of our success. To ensure that our products and culture continue to embrace everyone''s perspectives and experiences, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. We are passionate about creating a workplace that fosters active participation and provides an equal playing field, where merit and accomplishment are the sole criteria for success. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We celebrate the diversity of our workforce and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels welcome, valued, and included. #J-18808-Ljbffr