Developer (Senior)

Discovery Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Limited, through Discovery Insure, seeks an experienced Java developer to design and implement robust systems using Java technologies. The role requires at least 6 years of Java development experience with Spring/Springboot, SQL and a solid OO foundation.

You will contribute to the SDLC, code reviews, and performance improvements within a dynamic insurance tech environment. Based in Johannesburg, the position is full-time and on-site, offering opportunities to work across architecture,

Qualifications

• Matric and a strong background in Java development.
• Minimum 6+ years’ experience in Java development with Spring/Springboot and SQL.
• Solid understanding of OO principles and design patterns.

Responsibilities

• Translate business requirements into robust technical designs and solutions.
• Develop, test and maintain scalable Java-based systems per standards.
• Conduct unit testing and fix defects; participate in code reviews.
• Support, troubleshoot and improve system performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with analysts and other developers to ensure quality delivery.

Skills

Java

Spring/Springboot

SQL

HTML

JSF

JQuery

JAXB

SOAP Web services

EJB

UML

XML/XSD

Education

Matric

Tools

JBOSS

Dynatrace

Splunk

Job description

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Business Unit: Discovery Insure

Function: Insurance (Short Term)

Date: 20 Aug 2026

Discovery – Insure

About Discovery

Discovery’s core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society .

About Discovery Insure

Discovery Insure is committed to creating a nation of great drivers through our innovative Shared-value Insurance model. Discovery Insure is South Africa’s fastest growing short-term insurance company with comprehensive products that provide protection against current and emerging risks facing clients in the motor and home sectors. Vitality Drive, an internationally-recognised and award-winning programme, is a key differentiator in the market that incentivizes and rewards clients for driving well. The Vitality Drive programme has been scaled to local and international markets which now include Europe and the Middle East. The company employs over 1 000 people who are committed to putting our customers and financial advisers first by providing unique and innovative solutions and cover.

Key Purpose

Design and implement robust, scalable and optimally performing systems using Java related technologies, according to provided specifications, standards and procedures, while ensuring compliance with the architectural standards and guidelines laid out by Discovery.

Areas of responsibility but not limited to:

Design:

• Translate business requirements into technical designs/solution documentation adhering to Discovery Insure processes, standards and guidelines, taking cognisance of performance, security and scalability requirements.
• Deliver within agreed timeframes.
• Liaise with relevant parties where clarification of business requirements or resolution to technical issues is needed
• Research and find effective solutions to technical issues that arise
• Estimate development timelines based on business requirements

Development:

• Construct robust, maintainable, scalable, optimally performing system code in line with technical specifications, following prescribed process, standards and procedures.
• Conduct unit testing and fix any defects found

Testing:

• Verify, build stability and quality with the development team before releasing to test team, aiming to release with zero defects
• Assist the Business analyst in ensuring the test pack includes relevant scenarios and test data.
• Consult and assist in reviewing risk / impact of defects found in testing, and assist with fixing where necessary

Support / Troubleshooting:

• Assist system users with technical support issues and handle according to defined procedures
• Ability to effectively analyse root cause of system errors (data errors, performance and stability issues)
• Actively coach other developers to understand and apply the Insure coding and architectural standards correctly, as well as any technologies in use
• Perform code review to ensure logical correctness, maintainability, scalability, performance, compliance with architectural standards and frameworks
• Keep abreast of current technological trends and how these might be applied in the Discovery environment
• Constant improvement of knowledge of the various applications, their functionalities and data models

General:

• Ability to communicate clearly, constructively and effectively. Easily able to follow and participate in technical, business process, and other discussions
• Able to build business relationships with other members of team and the business areas we support.

Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent understanding of Object Orientated principals and Java language fundamentals
• Knowledge of commonly used design patterns
• Broad understanding of how to put together an EE-based business solution from scratch
• Spring/Springboot
• SDLC Knowledge
• EJB
• HTML
• JSF
• JQuery
• JAXB
• SOAP Web services
• Message Driven Beans
• UML
• XML/XSD

Education:

• Matric

Experience:

6+ years’ experience in Java development with exposure to core competencies listed:

• Spring/Springboot
• SQL

Advantageous Experience:

• REST Web services
• JSON
• Business Process Management Tools
• JBOSS Configuration
• CSS
• GIT
• Integrated Build Tools
• HTML 5
• Knowledge of Short-term Insurance industry

Working knowledge of:

• Software development within SDLC
• Unit Testing
• Dynatrace/Splunk
• Data modelling and design of database structures

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.