Help us deliver like never before 
Australia Post is delivering like never before. From the vehicles that we drive, to the small businesses that make our communities thrive. We’re delivering for the environment, for our communities, for our customers and our people. We’re moving forward and we want you to come along for the ride. 

About the opportunity 
The e-commerce landscape is evolving rapidly, and Australian businesses, consumers, and the broader community need services that align with how they transact, shop, pay, and deliver in a digital world.

As a Senior Java Developer, you will be a key contributor to the Parcel Systems team, driving the development and enhancement of microservices that support Australia Post’s parcel operations.

This role is ideal for a seasoned support engineer who thrives on inspiring change and fostering a DevOps culture. You will provide expert guidance on application architecture, development, automation, security, scalability, and operational readiness for both traditional and cloud-based solutions.

If you're ready to shape the future of e-commerce logistics and make an impact at Australia Post, we’d love to hear from you!

What you’ll deliver with us 

• Develop & Support Applications – Implement, configure, and maintain applications to ensure performance, reliability, and scalability, resolving incidents and requests in line with SLAs.
• Drive a DevOps Culture – Actively foster a DevOps mindset, encouraging automation, collaboration, and continuous improvement across teams.
• Enhance Operational Efficiency – Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance value, productivity, and scalability.
• Collaborate Across Teams – Work cross-functionally with delivery and operational teams to ensure cohesive, customer-focused outcomes.
• Ensure Secure & Scalable Solutions – Develop high-quality, secure, and scalable solutions while maintaining version control and documentation.
• Monitor & Manage Change – Adhere to change control procedures, assess system requirements, and proactively address issues before implementation.
• Stay Ahead of Industry Trends – Keep up with evolving technology and security standards, ensuring compliance and best practices.
  

About you 

• Experienced Java Developer – Strong background in Java 11+, Spring Boot, and JPA, with expertise in developing and maintaining microservices.
• Cloud & Containerisation Proficiency – Skilled in designing, deploying, and supporting AWS/GCP native applications using Docker.
• CI/CD & Source Code Management – Deep understanding of version control, automated builds, packaging, and deployments within CI/CD pipelines.
• Test-Driven Development (TDD) – Hands-on experience with automation testing frameworks such as JUnit, Mockito and Selenium WebDriver to ensure high-quality, testable code.
• Scalability & Security Focused – Proven track record in developing secure, high-traffic applications, following best practices in secure coding and software development.
• Collaborative & Influential – Ability to build strong relationships, engage and influence stakeholders, and drive architectural and operational improvements.
• DevOps & Agile Advocate – Passionate about fostering a DevOps culture, with extensive knowledge of agile principles and practices.
• Demonstrated experience with SQL (Oracle, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (DynamoDB) DBs.

How we’ll deliver for you

• Join one of the most culturally and linguistically diverse workforces in Australia, with people of all ages, genders and walks of life
• We deliver on our values of Trust, Inclusivity, Empowerment and Safety every day. They’re the TIES that bind our team together
• Immerse yourself in the AP Way – where every single team member partakes in a learning module to help understand the vital role we play in delivering on our strategy and purpose

We're delivering together

At Australia Post, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate, live and gather as employees.

We believe our business should reflect the diverse communities we operate in and are proud to be an inclusive workplace for people from all walks of life. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, People with Disability, LGBTQIA+ and Refugees. We are one of the largest organisations in Australia to successfully achieve Disability Confident Recruiter status. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process and workplace for those living with a disability and are committed to reviewing and removing bias in our processes to create a gender-equitable recruitment experience and workplace. If you have any questions about accessibility, please contact our Diversity & Inclusion team on inclusivecareers@auspost.com.au