Java Back-End Developer

CLS Human Capital Specialists; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the technology sector is seeking a Senior Java Back End Developer to join their innovative team. The role focuses on designing and optimizing backend systems that support a cutting-edge platform. Successful candidates will have a strong background in Java development, cloud environments, and Agile methodologies. This position offers the chance to work on impactful projects in a collaborative environment with a commitment to pushing technological boundaries.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend development experience required.
• Proven experience working with cloud environments and Java backend development.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement backend solutions to enhance platform functionality.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of features.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot/Framework

Relational Databases & SQL (MySQL)

Cloud technologies (AWS: Lambda, RDS, ECS, S3)

Token-based authentication methods

Unit test frameworks

REST APIs

Git Version Control

Agile development methodologies (Scrum/Kanban)

Education

Information Technology Degree, Computer Science Degree, or equivalent

Tools

Docker

CI/CD pipelines

Terraform

Java libraries (Hibernate, Lombok)

Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket)

Job description

Position:Java Back End Developer
Location: Irene, Centurion (3 days per week in office)

Introduction
Join our client’s innovative and rapidly growing team as a Senior Back End Developer, where you'll play a key role in shaping the future of a cutting-edge platform. As part of a dynamic team of developers, you’ll be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing backend systems to ensure top-tier performance and scalability. You’ll work on exciting and impactful projects, helping to build and enhance backend infrastructure that drives seamless user experiences. This is an opportunity to be part of an organization committed to pushing technological boundaries and delivering industry-leading solutions.

Key Responsibilities
• Design and implement backend solutions to enhance platform functionality and performance
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of features and services
• Contribute to customer-focused initiatives to improve user experience through backend improvements
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for backend systems and processes
• Follow best practices for code development, testing, and deployment
• Ensure the application of Agile methodologies to meet development goals and deadlines
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers to improve code quality

REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education (Essential):
• Information Technology Degree, Computer Science Degree, or equivalent

Minimum Applicable Experience (Years):
• 5+ years of backend development experience

Required Nature of Experience:
• Proven experience working with cloud environments
• Extensive experience with Java backend development
• Experience with relational databases

Skills and Knowledge (Essential):
• Java
• Spring Boot/Framework
• Relational Databases & SQL (MySQL)
• Cloud technologies (AWS: Lambda, RDS, ECS, S3)
• Token-based authentication methods
• Unit test frameworks
• REST APIs
• Git Version Control
• Agile development methodologies (Scrum/Kanban)

Skills and Knowledge (Desirable):
• Containerization (Docker)
• CI/CD pipelines
• Terraform
• Java libraries: Hibernate, Lombok, etc.
• Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket)

Frontend Technologies (Desirable):
• JavaScript
• React.js
• HTML
• CSS

Other Requirements:
• Must be able to work from the office 3 days a week in Irene, Centurion
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment

Remuneration Offered:
Market-related salary