Backend Software Developer

• Hybrid work environment

• Full-time, Fixed-term contract until June 2027

• Based in Bella Vista, NSW

We are seeking a Backend Software Developer with strong Java expertise and deep experience working with high‑performance Oracle database platforms, including Oracle Exadata, to build and maintain scalable, data‑intensive backend systems. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of modern application engineering and enterprise-grade database infrastructure, helping shape robust, reliable, and scalable systems for critical business applications.
The role

You will play a pivotal role in modernizing and migrating Java-based applications to Oracle Exadata-powered environments. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams including DBAs, infrastructure engineers, and DevOps—to deliver seamless, high-performing application deployments.

• Support the migration of Java-based applications (Spring Boot, Tomcat) to infrastructure environments powered by Oracle Exadata.

• Review and adapt JDBC configurations, connection pools, and system properties for Oracle compatibility.

• Validate application functionality, performance, and connectivity post-migration.

• Work closely with DBAs and platform teams to troubleshoot performance, tuning, and connectivity issues.

• Automate environment setup and deployment processes using shell scripting and configuration tools.

• Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation of configurations, migration steps, rollback procedures, and validations in Confluence.

• Track activities, risks, validations, and issues using Jira to support transparent project delivery.

• Work in close partnership with Infrastructure, Security, and Application Development teams.

• Contribute to the stability and performance of business-critical applications through proactive issue identification and resolution.

About you

• Ideally 5+ years of experience with Java (8+), Spring Boot, JPA/Hibernate, and REST APIs.

• Proven experience deploying Java applications using Apache Tomcat in Linux-based VM environments.

• Hands-on integration experience with Oracle databases, ideally including Exadata.

• Strong knowledge of JDBC, connection management, and SQL performance tuning.

• Proficient in implementing and managing CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Azure DevOps, GitHub, and Artifactory.

• Understanding of core infrastructure components: TLS, firewalls, DNS, and system services.

• Proficient in shell scripting (bash or similar) for automation and environment provisioning.

• Experience with AppDynamics for JVM and database performance monitoring.

• Strong ability to troubleshoot and optimize both application logic and underlying database behaviour to resolve end-to-end performance issues.

• A collaborative mindset and ability to contribute effectively within a dedicated modernization team.

Nice to have:

• Strong analytical mindset with keen attention to detail.

• Familiarity with Puppet or similar configuration management tools.

• Ability to work independently during critical migration or validation windows.

Be More
Working for an organisation that truly makes a difference to the people of Australia, we can offer development and career opportunities in a collaborative environment that supports your growth, wellbeing and promotes flexibility. Your individual growth and success drive the RBA forward as an organisation. Be more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.
Why RBA?
The RBA makes an important contribution to the Australian economy through the pursuit of national economic policy objectives and associated activities in financial markets and banking. We also issue Australia's banknotes and operate infrastructure critical to the payments system, all of which contribute to the welfare of the Australian people. Made up of specialists across a wide range of fields, our people, values, and culture play a critical role in achieving our objectives. Striving to be Open & Dynamic, we consider and incorporate different perspectives, work across teams and are transparent with each other, whilst delivering quality together effectively and focusing on outcomes by prioritising, testing, learning, and refining as we go. Our people conduct themselves with a high degree of integrity, while striving for excellence in the work they perform and the outcomes they achieve. We encourage intelligent inquiry and we treat one another with respect while promoting the public interest through our efforts. We know it is the growth and success of our people that drives the RBA forward. Come and make a bigger contribution while you build and develop your own skills too, because being more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.
The Reserve Bank of Australia is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion through key initiatives. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse background, those living with a disability and from the LGBTQ+ community. We are committed to making the recruitment process fair and equitable for all our candidates.

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