Senior Software Engineer — Melbourne CBD, Melbourne

This is a Senior Software Engineer role with one of the leading companies in AU right now Encompass Technologies with an amazing team. They are continuing to grow rapidly. This is the chance to join right as the takes off. More About the Role at Encompass Technologies About the job From maker to market, Encompass is revolutionizing how technology supports the modern beverage industry–from winemaking with our vintrace solution to beverage production and distribution with our Encompass solutions, we are unlocking new levels of growth and efficiency for our customers across the entire three-tier beverage supply chain. Join our team of technology & beverage professionals as we drive innovation and modernization in one of the world's oldest, and most passionate industries. Your Impact at Encompass We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role will play a critical part in designing, developing, and maintaining our cutting-edge vintrace product solution. vintrace is a wine production software for future forward producers that streamlines the winemaking process from grape to bottle. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, enhance system architecture, and deliver high-quality software that meets business and customer needs. If you have a strong background in SaaS development, enjoy solving complex problems, and are eager to contribute to a fast-paced, high-impact environment, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant difference. What You'll Do: Software Development & Architecture - Design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality applications using Java and Spring - Design and implement robust RESTful APIs to ensure reliable integration across distributed systems - Utilize experience with concurrency and multi-threading to identify and optimize performance opportunities. - Lead the adoption of automated testing frameworks and champion best practices within the team. - Technical Expertise & Code Quality: - Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code in multiple languages and frameworks. - Conduct thorough code reviews, refactor for efficiency, and implement unit tests using test-driven development (TDD). - Stay updated on emerging technologies and apply relevant advancements to improve team outputs. - Problem Solving & Innovation: - Analyse and resolve moderately complex technical challenges using structured problem-solving approaches. - Propose innovative solutions and actively contribute creative input during design reviews. - Research and recommend new technologies to enhance processes and project outcomes. - Project Contribution & Architecture Design: - Deliver high-quality features, ensuring scalability and alignment with business goals. - Improve existing architecture, estimate task timelines accurately, and address project roadblocks. - Participate in architectural and sprint planning discussions, contributing meaningful insights. - Collaboration & Mentorship: - Work closely with cross-functional teams to align on goals and deliverables. - Participate in code reviews, pair programming, and planning sessions. - Mentor junior engineers and support onboarding of new team members, fostering team growth. - What You'll Bring to Encompass: Education & Experience: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. - 8 years of professional experience in software development or a related role. - Preferred Qualifications and Experience: - Extensive proficiency in Java with strong, hands-on experience using Spring Boot. - Demonstrated expertise in developing and maintaining RESTful APIs. - Practical experience with concurrency and multi-threading concepts. - Proven experience with automated testing frameworks and TDD methodologies. - Solid understanding of clean, scalable and testable architecture principles and design patterns. - Strong expertise in Relational Databases (with an emphasis on MySQL), including writing and optimizing complex queries, along with proficiency in ORM tools—preferably Hibernate. - Proven experience with CI/CD and managing pipelines to automate the build, test, and deployment processes - Nice to Haves: - Experience with front-end development using React is a plus. - Prefer familiarity with JBoss, JSF (PrimeFaces) frameworks. - Exposure to Kotlin and/or Android native development - Soft Skills: - Strong Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. - Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in a team environment, collaborating with engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders. - Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues. - Time Management: Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. - Leadership/Mentorship: Ability to mentor and guide less experienced engineers, providing constructive feedback and support. - Additional Details Salary: This role will receive a competitive salary, superannuation and bonus. Location: We are a remote-first organization and are open to applicants for both hybrid and fully remote roles. Our AU corporate office is located in Melbourne, AU. Benefits and Perks With teams based across the globe, no matter where you work Encompass' competitive benefits and perks are designed to enhance your life including: - Remote-first organization - Inclusive Parental Leave program - Paid Leave Program - Health and wellness stipend - Generous learning stipend - Technology stipend - Paid time fitness - Employee assistance program - Additional gifted leave days If you don’t think you're a perfect fit, you should still sign up to Hatch and create a profile, we'll match you to other roles that suit your profile. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. 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