Intermediate Java Developer
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Summary
Intermediate Java Developer on a fixed-term contract in Johannesburg, building and maintaining business-critical software in a telecommunications environment. Day-to-day work spans Java/J2EE, Spring Boot, Apache Camel, REST/SOAP APIs, SQL across Oracle/PostgreSQL/MySQL/MSSQL, Git, and Linux-based deployment and scripting.
Our client is seeking an experienced Intermediate Java Developer to join their team on a fixed-term contract, working on business-critical software solutions within the telecommunications environment.
Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years of relevant software development experience.
- Grade 12.
- IT Degree, Diploma or equivalent relevant experience.
- Strong knowledge of Java 8 and J2EE.
- Experience with J2EE containers and web servers, preferably Payara or GlassFish.
- Experience with Spring Boot, Apache Camel and Maven.
- Experience developing REST and SOAP APIs.
- Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle.
- Working knowledge of Linux.
- Strong SQL and database experience.
- Experience with Git.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
Advantageous Experience:
- Docker and Kubernetes
- RabbitMQ or ActiveMQ
- JUnit
- Oracle PL/SQL and Apex
Responsibilities:
- Develop, maintain and enhance software solutions using Java/J2EE and relevant frameworks.
- Translate business requirements into effective technical solutions, data models and structures.
- Design and develop REST and SOAP APIs.
- Work with technologies including Spring Boot, Apache Camel and Maven.
- Develop and optimise SQL queries across databases including Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL and MSSQL.
- Deploy, install and configure software releases.
- Use Git for source control and collaborative development.
- Troubleshoot and debug applications and resolve technical issues.
- Provide technical support and maintain solutions post-implementation.
- Develop integration test specifications and conduct system and integration testing.
- Support UAT and customer testing activities.
- Use tools such as Postman for API testing.
- Utilise Linux and Bash for scripting, system administration and server-related activities.
- Participate in quality reviews, documentation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Work collaboratively within Agile/Scrum development environments.