Intermediate Software Developer - Stellenbosch

JenRec Recruitment; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a self-motivated developer in Cape Town to work on fintech products. The role involves integrating clients, developing features, and improving systems. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience, proficiency in Java, SQL, and familiarity with Spring Boot. This position allows for hybrid work after an initial on-site requirement, promoting flexibility and innovation in a growing fintech environment.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Collaborative team environment

Opportunity to work on mission-critical fintech solutions

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on software development experience.
• Proficient in Java (Standard & Enterprise Editions) and Spring Boot.
• Strong experience with SQL (MS SQL Server or PostgreSQL).

Responsibilities

• Integrate new clients into existing systems and platforms.
• Design, develop, and test new features and enhancements.
• Maintain and improve current systems.

Skills

Java

SQL

Spring Boot

CI/CD

Agile methodology

Education

Tertiary qualification in Software Development or related field

Tools

Eclipse

NetBeans

Maven

Git

Job description

If you're a self-motivated developer with a strong foundation in Java and experience building high-performance systems, this role offers the chance to work on real-world fintech products that make a tangible impact.

🧠 What Youll Be Doing

• Integrate new clients into existing systems and platforms
• Design, develop, and test new features and enhancements
• Maintain and improve current systems
• Resolve 3rd-line support queries
• Participate in system audits and security improvements
• Contribute to continuous improvements in development practices and processes

🔧 Core Tech Stack & Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Software Development , Computer Science , or a related field
• 35 years of hands-on software development experience
• Proficient in Java (Standard & Enterprise Editions) and Spring Boot
• Strong experience with SQL (MS SQL Server or PostgreSQL)
• Familiar with tools like Eclipse / NetBeans , Maven , and Git
• Experience working in a CI / CD environment
• Understanding of OpenAPI protocols

➕ Nice to Have

• Experience with financial transaction processing systems
• Exposure to multi-threaded , real-time , high-volume systems
• Familiarity with Postilion (source / sink node development)
• Agile methodology experience ( Scrum , Kanban )
• Exposure to front-end frameworks, particularly Angular

🌐 Work Setup & Benefits

• Hybrid : First 6 months on-site in Stellenbosch, then hybrid model
• Flexible working hours
• Join a growing, forward-thinking fintech company delivering secure and scalable payment solutions
• Work in a collaborative team focused on innovation, quality, and performance

If you're ready to grow your development career while working on mission-critical fintech solutions, apply now to join a team where your code truly counts.