Java Architect

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

Job summary

A leading technology company is looking for a Technical Lead / Delivery Manager in Johannesburg to spearhead the development of high-performance enterprise applications. This role offers the opportunity to innovate and lead a talented team while engaging directly with clients to deliver exceptional solutions. Candidates should have significant experience in Java, cloud technologies, and project management, ensuring outcomes that drive business growth. Join a company that values passion, intelligence, and the impact of technology on people's lives.

Qualifications

• Requires 8+ years of experience in technical roles.
• Strong expertise in Java and cloud services.
• Proven track record in team leadership and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Design architecture for enterprise applications using Java and microservices.
• Lead and mentor development teams while managing project deliveries.
• Engage with clients to translate business needs into technical solutions.

Skills

Java

Microservices architecture

RESTful APIs

Leadership

Cloud technologies

Tools

Docker

Git

JIRA

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Job Title - Technical Lead / Technical Delivery Manager

Experience - 8+ Years

Location - Honeydew, Roodepoort

Description -

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Technical Lead / Architect / Delivery Manager to lead the design and development of scalable, high-performance enterprise applications. This role requires deep technical expertise in Java and cloud technologies, along with strong leadership, delivery management, and client engagement skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Architecture & Development

• Design end-to-end architecture for enterprise-grade applications using Java, Spring Boot, and microservices.
• Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and architectural guidelines.
• Lead the integration of front-end (Angular/React) and back-end systems.
• Architect and implement scalable solutions on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Ensure security, performance, and scalability in all technical solutions.

Team Leadership & Mentorship

• Lead and mentor a team of developers, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Conduct code reviews, technical training, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including QA, DevOps, and UI/UX.

Delivery & Project Management

• Own the technical delivery of projects from inception to deployment.
• Work closely with project managers to define timelines, deliverables, and resource planning.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.

Client Engagement & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary technical point of contact for clients.
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Present architectural decisions and project updates to stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships with clients through proactive communication and solution-oriented thinking.

Required Technical Skills:

Back-End:

• Java 11/17+, Spring Boot, Hibernate/JPA
• RESTful APIs, Microservices architecture
• Messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ)

Front-End:

• Angular, React, or Vue.js
• HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/TypeScript

Cloud & DevOps:

• AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS), Azure, or GCP
• Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)

Databases:

• Relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle)
• NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis)

Tools & Practices:

• Git, Maven/Gradle, JIRA, Confluence
• Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Monitoring and logging (ELK, Prometheus, Grafana)

Soft Skills & Attributes:

• Strong leadership and team management capabilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for technology and continuous learning

Company Description -

Indsafri believes in the limitless potential of individuals to create and build anything imaginable. They leverage their deep industry experience and cutting-edge technology to help organizations transform for growth. They work with some of the best organizations worldwide and have a global network of partners and talents. Indsafri believes that technology is at its best when it makes people smile. This is a place where passion and intelligence make anything possible.

Interested candidates can reach out to [e-mail]