Job Description

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer (Java) to join our innovative technology team. You will design, build, and maintain scalable enterprise-grade applications using Java and complementary technologies.
This role emphasizes cloud-native development, microservices architecture, and secure, high-performance coding practices. It is ideal for a skilled engineer who thrives in collaborative Agile environments, embraces continuous learning, and is passionate about delivering robust, future-ready software solutions.
Key Responsibilities * Development & Architecture

• Design, develop, and maintain backend applications using Java 8+, Spring Boot, and related frameworks.
• Build microservices-based architectures with reusable and modular components.
• Implement cloud-native solutions using AWS or Azure services (e.g., Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS, App Services).
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs, messaging systems, and asynchronous services.
• Ensure high availability, performance, and security of applications.
• Apply best practices in coding, architecture, and DevOps for maintainable and extensible solutions.
• Tooling & Pipelines

• Implement CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or Azure DevOps.
• Containerize applications using Docker and manage orchestration with Kubernetes.
• Monitor and optimize application performance using tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or AWS CloudWatch.
• Maintain unit tests, integration tests, and automated test frameworks to ensure application quality.
• Collaboration & Process

• Collaborate with product managers, QA engineers, DevOps, and other software engineers in an Agile/Scrum environment.
• Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Mentor junior developers and support team growth and skill development.
• Translate functional and technical requirements into high-quality software solutions.

Requirements & Qualifications
Must-Have Skills:

• 6+ years of professional software development experience with Java 8+.
• Strong experience with Spring Boot, Spring Framework, and Hibernate / JPA.
• Hands-on experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.
• Experience with relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Knowledge of containerization using Docker and orchestration using Kubernetes.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated build/deployment processes.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and secure software development.

Highly Desirable Skills:

• Cloud experience with AWS (Lambda, EC2, S3, RDS) or Azure services.
• Knowledge of event-driven architectures and messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ, SQS).
• Familiarity with unit and integration testing frameworks (JUnit, TestNG, Mockito).
• Experience with build tools like Maven or Gradle.
• Exposure to performance tuning, profiling, and monitoring of Java applications.
• Understanding of DevSecOps practices and secure coding standards.

Education & Certifications
Education:

• Bachelor's degree, higher certificate, or diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or a related field.

Certifications (beneficial not compulsory):

• AWS Certified Developer - Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate

Additional Information

• Contract Duration: 12 Months (with possibility of renewal)
• Salary: Market Related
• Location Options: Johannesburg / Cape Town / Remote
• Must be located in South Africa or have a valid work permit for South Africa

Skills Required