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Java Developer (Intermediate to Senior)

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Summary

An intermediate-to-senior Java Developer role in South Africa focused on designing, building, and maintaining Java-based applications, RESTful APIs, microservices, and distributed systems. Core stack is Java with Spring/Spring Boot, plus CI/CD, Git, Agile, and cloud exposure (AWS/Azure/GCP).

Job Description

As a Java Developer, you will be responsible for building, enhancing, and maintaining robust software solutions within collaborative and high-performing development teams.

  • Designing, developing, and maintaining Java-based applications
  • Building scalable APIs, microservices, and distributed systems
  • Collaborating with Product, QA, DevOps, and Software Engineering teams
  • Writing clean, maintainable, and high-quality code
  • Participating in architecture discussions and technical decision-making
  • Contributing to code reviews and engineering best practices
  • Troubleshooting and resolving complex technical challenges
  • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and modern development practices

These opportunities offer exposure to cloud technologies, Agile delivery environments, modern software development methodologies, and high-performance applications that serve both local and international markets.

Skills & Experience

  • Commercial experience in Java development
  • Strong knowledge of Java and Spring / Spring Boot
  • Experience building RESTful APIs and microservices
  • Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP advantageous
  • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines, Git, and Agile methodologies
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Experience working within collaborative development teams
  • Passion for software engineering and continuous learning

Qualification

  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field

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