JAVA Developer

Discovery Limited; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 60 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a skilled Java Developer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll transform business requirements into high-quality code, ensuring applications are maintainable and efficient. With a focus on backend Java development, you'll lead junior developers and participate in collaborative technical sessions. This position offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies in a nurturing environment that values problem-solving and quality service. If you're passionate about software development and eager to make a meaningful impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in source code development, especially backend Java.
• Strong knowledge of SDLC, Unit Testing, and Database structures.

Responsibilities

• Translate business requirements into high-quality code adhering to standards.
• Lead and mentor junior developers during code reviews and technical sessions.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Unit Testing

SDLC

Data Modelling

UML Design

Problem Solving

Education

BSc Computer Science

Formal Java Qualification

Tools

Docker

Jenkins

Git

Maven

IBM MQ

Openshift

JUnit

Swagger

Job description

Java Developer

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 to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

About Discovery Bank

Discovery Bank is a bank like no other – a shared-value bank, designed with our clients in mind. We are all about sharing the value that clients create when they manage their money well, back with them through exceptional interest rates and rewards. Our Vitality Money programme measures how well clients manage their finances, informs them of what it means to be financially healthy, and empowers them with the knowledge to get enhanced rewards for managing their money well. If you are adaptable, a problem-solver, always questioning the way things are done, passionate about doing what is right, and obsessed with providing a quality service experience, we have a job for you where you can be your best in an environment that’s safe and nurturing.

Job Purpose

The Java Developer is responsible for generating technical designs and transforming Business Requirements Specifications (BRS) into high-quality, executable code. This role involves translating complex business requirements into advanced technical designs while adhering to Discovery Bank Architecture standards.

Key Outcomes may include but are not limited to:

Ensure that the application performs the functions as required by business.

Ensure that the applications are maintainable and consider reuse, configurability, data footprints, processing speed, volumes and any other applicable non-functional requirements.

Release source code with zero defects.

Lead and mentor junior developers during the code review process to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.

Provide technical support, resolve production queries, and conduct root cause analysis.

Participate in Business Requirement Joint Application Development (JAD) sessions.

Analyze business requirements and clarify any unknowns with the Business Analyst or Business User.

Formulate technical solutions and review them with the development team.

Produce Technical Design documents using the standard template and in accordance with Discovery Bank standards.

Set up Technical Analysis JAD sessions with all stakeholders to ensure alignment with business requirements.

Implement Technical Specifications within the systems framework.

Produce source code by applying technical standards and referencing existing components.

Participate in the process of reviewing code for consistent application of standards, logic, and effective use of libraries and reusable aspects of the application.

Respond to incidents escalated by the Incidents team.

Education and Experience:

• BSc Computer Science/Information Systems degree or other relevant degree from a recognised tertiary institution
• Formal Java qualification
• At least 6 years’ experience in source code development.
• At least 4 years’ experience in backend Java development
• Experience working with event driven systems
• Experience working with large data volumes
• Experience working in transactional systems

Technical skills or knowledge:

• Knowledge of SDLC, Unit Testing, Database structures, Technical Change Control
• Technical Stack
• Java 8 / 11

• Spring
  • Spring Boot
  • Spring Web MVC (REST)
  • Spring Expression Language (SpEL)
  • Spring JMS
  • Spring Kafka

• MyBatis
• HANA (ANSI SQL)
• JSON / Jackson
• XML / JAXB
• JUnit /Mockito
• Swagger
• Docker
• Openshift
• Jenkins
• Maven
• Git / Bitbucket
• IBM MQ
• Linux / Windows

• Ability to do Business Writing, Software development within SDLC, Data modelling and UML Design abilities

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.