Advanced Back End Developer

ATS Client; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

ATS Client seeks a skilled Back End Developer to deliver robust backend solutions while contributing to frontend code and full-stack projects. You will work with feature teams to design, develop, test, and operate applications in an Agile/DevOps environment.

Key responsibilities include developing backend and frontend apps with Java and Angular, system analysis, automated testing, documentation, and tier-3 support. Strong cloud, containerization, and CI/CD experience are valued.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a mid-to-senior back-end development role (6+ years total experience preferred).
• Relevant IT degree.
• Experience with Agile Working Model (AWM).

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend and frontend applications using Java and Angular frameworks.
• Participate in system analysis, design, development, and testing for assigned technical products or applications.
• Implement automated test cases to ensure solutions meet expected outcomes.
• Prepare and maintain system documentation and standard operating procedures.
• Support operational excellence goals by resolving escalated issues as part of tier-3 DevOps responsibilities.
• Plan and execute application upgrades, tools enhancements, and feature developments.
• Apply cloud-native toolchains to ensure high uptime and business agility.
• Collaborate in an Agile environment with global teams.

Skills

Java Spring Boot

API design

Custom extensions

HTML

CSS

Velocity

XML

Oracle

PostgreSQL

JUnit

Docker

GitHub Actions

Azure

Terraform

Linux

Maven

Agile

Education

Relevant IT degree

Tools

GitHub Enterprise

Job description

Job Description

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled Back End Developer to join our team. The role involves delivering robust backend solutions while also contributing to the frontend code base and full-stack projects. You will work closely with feature teams to design, develop, test, and operate applications in an Agile/DevOps environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend and frontend applications using Java and Angular frameworks
• Participate in system analysis, design, development, and testing for assigned technical products or applications
• Implement automated test cases to ensure solutions meet expected outcomes
• Prepare and maintain system documentation and standard operating procedures
• Support operational excellence goals by resolving escalated issues as part of tier-3 DevOps responsibilities
• Plan and execute application upgrades, tools enhancements, and feature developments
• Apply cloud-native toolchains to ensure high uptime and business agility
• Collaborate in an Agile environment with global teams

Requirements

Essential Skills

• Back End: Java Spring Boot, API design, custom extensions
• Front End: HTML, CSS, Velocity, XML
• Databases: Oracle, PostgreSQL
• Testing: Unit test frameworks such as JUnit
• Containerization: Docker - building and using container images
• Operations: Grafana Cloud, ITSM, Incident & Change Management
• Version Control: Git (e.g., GitHub Enterprise)
• CI/CD: Build and deployment pipelines using GitHub Actions
• Cloud: Azure, Terraform, Virtual Machines, Linux
• Build Tools: Maven
• Agile Responsibilities: As assigned under Agile Working Model (AWM) charter

Advantageous Skills

• Experience with cloud technologies (AWS or Azure)
• Off-the-shelf application management experience

Qualifications & Experience

• Relevant IT degree
• 3+ years in a mid-to-senior back-end development role (6+ years total experience preferred)