Java Engineer in Syd, Australia

Join our PropertyIQ team and play an important role in the next evolution of our Strata Application capabilities and Platform Evolution. We are building the PropertyIQ of the future and we are doing it with our clients by our side.

At Macquarie, technology is viewed as an important enabler for our business growth, where we are using a mix of modern cloud-based and home-grown technologies to deliver impactful experiences for our clients that not only allow them to achieve their operational and financial goals, but fundamentally change the way they interact within the strata ecosystem.

We are a global financial services group operating in 30 markets with 57 years of unbroken profitability. At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that is fulfilling and creates value. You will bring your insights and expertise to the task at hand and feel supported as you make your own kind of impact for a better future.

What role will you play?

As a hands-on Java Engineer, you will contribute to the development of our next-generation strata operational platform. You will bring your passion for engineering and technology to solve business problems and deliver high-quality software solutions within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Working closely with engineers, product managers and business stakeholders, you will design, develop and support cloud-native applications while continuously improving your technical capability and contributing to engineering excellence within the team.

You will contribute across the full technology stack, including Angular-based user interfaces, Java and Spring Boot services, APIs and supporting data layers. This role is ideal for engineers who enjoy building modern software solutions, learning new technologies and delivering meaningful outcomes for customers.

What You Offer

• Experience building full-stack applications using Java 17+, Spring Boot and Angular in cloud environments
• Experience developing responsive user interfaces, reusable Angular components, REST APIs and backend services
• Good understanding of front-end engineering principles including component design, state management, accessibility and performance optimization
• Good understanding of modern software engineering practices including automated testing, CI/CD, observability and code reviews
• Understanding of cloud-native development principles and distributed systems
• Good understanding of service-oriented and microservices architecture
• Ability to build reliable, maintainable and scalable software solutions across UI, API, service and data layers
• Experience troubleshooting production issues and identifying root causes
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams
• Experience using AI-assisted engineering tools such as Claude Code, Copilot or Gemini CLI
• A proactive mindset with a strong focus on collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement
• Knowledge of open-source libraries, tools and frameworks
• Applied understanding of security, privacy and compliance requirements

Nice to have

• Previous AWS experience
• Experience with Kafka or event-driven architectures
• Exposure to observability and monitoring platforms

We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply.

About Banking and Financial Services

Banking and Financial Services is our technology-driven retail bank. You will be part of a team that supports clients to achieve their full potential - whether that’s buying a home, growing a business or investing to manage wealth.

Inclusion at Macquarie

We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all, where different experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected. Macquarie provides access to opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or any other characteristic or circumstance.

We provide reasonable adjustments to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and employment. If you require an adjustment, please let us know during the application process.