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Your new team
This role is a key Java development role building out the best digital online experience for Auto and General’s customers. You will be building out applications to allow customers to buy and manage their policies online. Also contributing to the development of internal applications used by our staff to support the business operations. Additionally, you will be developing highly available and reliable Java microservices deployed on AWS that are business critical.
The role will be working in the Microservice Solutions team, supported by a product owner and business analyst. All software is delivered via agile teams and deployed via a modern DevOps/CI pipeline to AWS.
The role
Design and develop fit-for-purpose solutions to achieve sprint goals and deliver value to our business partners.
Leverage your experience to lead solution designs and development of our modern architecture.
Help build out our CI/CD pipeline and AWS deployment infrastructure.
Take ownership of the product, contribute improvement and innovation ideas.
Establish and own best practice testing across unit, integration and end to end tests.
Work collaboratively within a cross functional Agile team, contributing to development, deployment and support activities as required.
Perform other reasonable and relevant activities as requested from time to time to meet operational requirements
What experience you’ll bring
Essential:
Extensive experience building, deploying, maintaining and supporting software applications
Expert knowledge of Java
Expert knowledge of Spring Boot and Spring Cloud Microservices frameworks
Excellent knowledge and application of SQL and ORM technologies
Experience with technical documentation, including high-level and low-level designs, UML diagrams, user guides and system documentation
Experience using and configuring application and system monitoring tools
Experience with AWS Developer Tools and ecosystem, as well as Cloud deployment with Docker
Ability to work in the Atlassian suite of products. JIRA, Confluence and Bitbucket
Drive best practice of software application security standards
Ability to coach others and share expertise for the greater good of our people
Advantageous:
Experience in or knowledge of GitLab DevOps Platform
A background in financial services applications is an advantage
Familiarity with OAuth2 authorisation flows and Keycloak for implementing authentication and authorisation within a microservices architecture.
Location
This role is available at any of our Brisbane and Sunshine Coast locations providing flexibility to choose the office that suits you. Our Toowong office is close to the city with easy public transport and parking options while our North Lakes offices are within walking distance of some of the north side’s best retail locations. If you love a view of the water, why not consider our Kawana office on the edge of Lake Kawana and only a five minute drive to the closest beach.
The benefits of working at A&G
Be rewarded - we recognise high performance and reward our people for their hard work through bonuses and other perks.
Work flexibility - with options to work from home two days per week.
Options for leave - life happens, so we’ve got volunteer days, an additional paid ‘ME’ day, paid parental leave and the opportunity to purchase additional leave to cover all of the big stuff.
Grow with us - we’ve got learning and professional development opportunities to suit everyone.
Give back - our A&G Difference program gives you the power to change our community for the better through volunteering, fundraising and donation opportunities for causes that you’re passionate about.
Take care of yourself - your wellbeing is important to us and our healthy mind and body hub, mental-health support and fitness discounts will help you be your best self.
Celebrate the wins - we love sharing our successes and celebrating together - join us and you’ve got a ticket to our many on-site events throughout the year, family fun days and annual celebrations.
Save money - as well as discounts on insurance products, we’ve teamed up with some incredible retailers, hospitality providers and others to bring you discounts on your purchases, no matter where you are in Australia.
About us
Auto & General (A&G) is the fastest-growing major Motor and Home insurer in Australia, providing insurance products and solutions to safeguard a brighter future for our customers and community.
Our range of general insurance products including Car, Motorcycle, Home, Contents Pet and Travel products are delivered through our multi-award-winning brand Budget Direct and partnerships with leading brands - ING, Qantas, Virgin Money and Coles Insurance.
We’re excited about the future and we’re always on the lookout for talented, passionate individuals who can help us achieve our goal of being Australia’s best insurer! If this sounds like you, apply today.
Auto & General values individual differences and believes in fostering an inclusive culture that creates a great place to work for all.
A note from Auto & General to recruitment agencies: We politely ask that you avoid making any approaches or sending any unsolicited resumes to our Recruitment Team or Hiring Leaders across our business. Auto & General is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Your new team
This role is a key Java development role building out the best digital online experience for Auto and General’s customers. You will be building out applications to allow customers to buy and manage their policies online. Also contributing to the development of internal applications used by our staff to support the business operations. Additionally, you will be developing highly available and reliable Java microservices deployed on AWS that are business critical.
The role will be working in the Microservice Solutions team, supported by a product owner and business analyst. All software is delivered via agile teams and deployed via a modern DevOps/CI pipeline to AWS.
The role
Design and develop fit-for-purpose solutions to achieve sprint goals and deliver value to our business partners.
Leverage your experience to lead solution designs and development of our modern architecture.
Help build out our CI/CD pipeline and AWS deployment infrastructure.
Take ownership of the product, contribute improvement and innovation ideas.
Establish and own best practice testing across unit, integration and end to end tests.
Work collaboratively within a cross functional Agile team, contributing to development, deployment and support activities as required.
Perform other reasonable and relevant activities as requested from time to time to meet operational requirements
What experience you’ll bring
Essential:
Extensive experience building, deploying, maintaining and supporting software applications
Expert knowledge of Java
Expert knowledge of Spring Boot and Spring Cloud Microservices frameworks
Excellent knowledge and application of SQL and ORM technologies
Experience with technical documentation, including high-level and low-level designs, UML diagrams, user guides and system documentation
Experience using and configuring application and system monitoring tools
Experience with AWS Developer Tools and ecosystem, as well as Cloud deployment with Docker
Ability to work in the Atlassian suite of products. JIRA, Confluence and Bitbucket
Drive best practice of software application security standards
Ability to coach others and share expertise for the greater good of our people
Advantageous:
Experience in or knowledge of GitLab DevOps Platform
A background in financial services applications is an advantage
Familiarity with OAuth2 authorisation flows and Keycloak for implementing authentication and authorisation within a microservices architecture.
Location
This role is available at any of our Brisbane and Sunshine Coast locations providing flexibility to choose the office that suits you. Our Toowong office is close to the city with easy public transport and parking options while our North Lakes offices are within walking distance of some of the north side’s best retail locations. If you love a view of the water, why not consider our Kawana office on the edge of Lake Kawana and only a five minute drive to the closest beach.
The benefits of working at A&G
Be rewarded - we recognise high performance and reward our people for their hard work through bonuses and other perks.
Work flexibility - with options to work from home two days per week.
Options for leave - life happens, so we’ve got volunteer days, an additional paid ‘ME’ day, paid parental leave and the opportunity to purchase additional leave to cover all of the big stuff.
Grow with us - we’ve got learning and professional development opportunities to suit everyone.
Give back - our A&G Difference program gives you the power to change our community for the better through volunteering, fundraising and donation opportunities for causes that you’re passionate about.
Take care of yourself - your wellbeing is important to us and our healthy mind and body hub, mental-health support and fitness discounts will help you be your best self.
Celebrate the wins - we love sharing our successes and celebrating together - join us and you’ve got a ticket to our many on-site events throughout the year, family fun days and annual celebrations.
Save money - as well as discounts on insurance products, we’ve teamed up with some incredible retailers, hospitality providers and others to bring you discounts on your purchases, no matter where you are in Australia.
About us
Auto & General (A&G) is the fastest-growing major Motor and Home insurer in Australia, providing insurance products and solutions to safeguard a brighter future for our customers and community.
Our range of general insurance products including Car, Motorcycle, Home, Contents Pet and Travel products are delivered through our multi-award-winning brand Budget Direct and partnerships with leading brands - ING, Qantas, Virgin Money and Coles Insurance.
We’re excited about the future and we’re always on the lookout for talented, passionate individuals who can help us achieve our goal of being Australia’s best insurer! If this sounds like you, apply today.
Auto & General values individual differences and believes in fostering an inclusive culture that creates a great place to work for all.
A note from Auto & General to recruitment agencies: We politely ask that you avoid making any approaches or sending any unsolicited resumes to our Recruitment Team or Hiring Leaders across our business. Auto & General is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Developer position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs sector. This role in Brisbane offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Work from home Jobs is a plus.