Intermediate-Senior Java Developer

Together Staffing group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 720,000 - 960,000; Full time

Job summary

Together Staffing group is seeking an experienced Java Developer to deliver high-quality software using modern technologies. You will build cloud-ready solutions and influence technical direction within a collaborative, ownership-driven engineering culture.

The role involves developing scalable Java applications and microservices with Spring Boot, designing efficient persistence, and participating in architecture discussions. Strong problem-solving and commit­ment to quality are essential.

Qualifications

• BSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or comparable experience.
• 4–5 years of professional Java development experience.
• Strong proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, Angular, JPA, Hibernate, SQL and JDBC.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks such as JUnit.
• Understanding of software architecture, clean code principles, and OO design.
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools is advantageous.
• Experience with MongoDB, GraphQL, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript or legacy Java tech will be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Build scalable Java applications and RESTful services.
• Develop and maintain microservices using Spring Boot.
• Design database structures and implement efficient persistence solutions.
• Participate in architecture discussions and solution design.
• Write high-quality, testable, and maintainable code.
• Support code reviews, CI/CD, and deployment activities.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver business-critical software.

Job description

Our client has an opportunity for an experienced Java Developer who is passionate about delivering high-quality software using modern technologies. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing cloud-based solutions, influencing technical direction, and working within a collaborative environment that values innovation, ownership, and engineering excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Build scalable Java applications and RESTful services.
• Develop and maintain microservices using Spring Boot.
• Design database structures and implement efficient persistence solutions.
• Participate in architecture discussions and solution design.
• Write high-quality, testable, and maintainable code.
• Support code reviews, continuous integration, and deployment activities.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver business-critical software.

Ideal Candidate

• BSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or comparable experience.
• Minimum 4–5 years of professional Java development experience.
• Strong proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, Angular, JPA, Hibernate, SQL, and JDBC.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks such as JUnit.
• Understanding of software architecture, clean code principles, and object-oriented design.
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools is advantageous.
• Experience with MongoDB, GraphQL, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, or legacy Java technologies will be beneficial.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A collaborative mindset and excellent communication abilities.
• Ownership of deliverables and commitment to quality.
• Passion for continuous learning and improving engineering practices.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 4 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.