Senior Java Engineer

Why You’d Like It

This is a contract for a Java Developer who loves the technical nuts and bolts of security, infrastructure, and performance, but still wants a life outside of work. Based in Albany, this role offers a premium hourly rate and the kind of genuine flexibility that sees most of the team heading home by 2:00 PM to beat the motorway traffic and finishing up from the comfort of their couch.

The Story

With several major initiatives kicking off simultaneously, a number of the core engineering team have been seconded to specialized projects. To keep the engine room running smoothly, there is a need for a reliable, sharp Java Engineer to step in for a six-month stint, ensure the core products remain secure, and keep the daily development pipeline moving without a hitch.

Company Profile

This Albany-based SaaS business creates world-class products that are utilized on a global scale. Despite their international reach, the local vibe is collaborative, down-to-earth, and completely devoid of corporate stuffiness. They pride themselves on building smart software and fostering an environment where engineers actually enjoy turning up to work every day.

Your Role

Working across a modern tech stack featuring Java, AWS, React, and Node.js, your day-to-day focus will be a mix of maintenance, security hardening, and optimization.

• Applying vital patches to hosts and container images, ensuring seamless continuity and fixing any code regressions that pop up.
• Reviewing environments to identify and reduce exposure, specifically tackling exposed ports and services.
• Implementing Web Application Firewalls (WAF) in front of core products and meticulously testing for compatibility.
• Assisting the wider team with test automation utilizing Playwright where required.

Benefits

• Contract Term: 6-month initial contract with excellent market hourly rates.
• Flexibility: 4 days in the Albany office, but with highly adaptable hours
• Culture: A supportive, highly collaborative team environment with top-tier tooling.

Your Fit

The ideal candidate is a practical, self-starting developer who enjoys the challenge of securing and optimizing cloud-based applications.

• Strong commercial experience engineering with Java.
• Practical, hands-on knowledge of AWS environments and containerization.
• Exposure to, or a solid understanding of, frontend/backend modern JavaScript tools (React, Node.js).
• Prior experience or familiarity with automated testing tools like Playwright is a significant plus.
• A proactive attitude toward security, patch management, and system resilience.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand. If you are not a NZ Citizen, you must have the right of permanent residence or a valid work visa.

Does this sound like it could be the next role for you? Get in touch with Dan for a confidential discussion email [email protected] or call on 021331559.