Java Developer IV

FNB South Africa; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 60 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services provider in Gauteng seeks a skilled Java Developer IV to design and enhance applications. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in Java and related technologies, and a degree in computer science or engineering. The position involves collaborating with teams, troubleshooting code, and optimizing application performance. Flexible working conditions and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Benefits

Opportunities to network and collaborate

Inspiring work environment

Focus on health and wellbeing

Generous leave policy

Preferential employee banking rates

Qualifications

• 4+ years extensive experience working with Java and related technologies.
• Experience with frameworks such as Spring Boot, Hibernate and Java EE.
• Hands-on experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift).

Responsibilities

• Advise on the design, creation, testing and documentation of new applications.
• Write well designed and efficient code for medium to large applications.
• Develop, test and maintain high-quality Java applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and ship new features.
• Troubleshoot and debug to optimize performance.

Skills

Java 8 or Java 11 and or Java 17

REST API

Spring Boot

Hibernate

Docker

Kubernetes

PostgreSQL

MS SQL

mySQL

Bitbucket

Bamboo

Domain Driven Design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Bitbucket

Bamboo

Jboss

Camunda

Job description

Job title : Java Developer IV

Job Location : Gauteng, Randburg

Deadline : December 07, 2025

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Job Description

• To provide IT expertise and advice in the design, creation, testing and documentation of new and enhanced applications and systems in accordance with agreed framework of programming standards.
• Also to provide specialist high-level technical advice, high-level problem resolution of complex problems, system security and policy implementation monitoring.
• To produce logical and technical specifications from functional specifications and to write the code for medium to large applications.

Required Requirements

• Extensive Java 8 or Java 11 and or Java 17 experience.
• 4+ years extensive experience working with Java and related technologies
• REST API
• Have experience with frameworks such as Spring Boot, Hibernate and Java EE .
• Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift, etc.) – understanding, prefer hands on experience.
• Domain Driven Design
• Integration – Webservices
• Bitbucket & Bamboo
• Knowledge and exposure to Jboss, Primefaces and EJB (this is to help support legacy applications)
• PostgreSQL, MS SQL, mySQL database
• Camunda (be a plus)
• AWS exposure (be a plus)

Are you someone who can :

• Advise on the design, creation, testing and documentation of new and enhanced applications and systems in accordance with agreed framework of programming standards.
• Write well designed and efficient code for medium to large applications.
• Develop, test and maintain high-quality Java applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Troubleshoot and debug to optimize performance.
• Ensure the best possible performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Write clean, scalable, and efficient code.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies.
• Work effectively in an Agile environment (participating SCRUM), contributing to sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Work in small independent teams

We would love to see applicants who are :

• Very proficient in Java and Java EE. Knowledge of other programming languages is advantageous.
• Experienced in System Design (advantageous)
• Development methodologies (advantageous)
• Proficient in Atlassian (i.e., JiRA) software suite (advantageous)
• Hold a bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Are proficient in the Java programming language and with object-oriented programming.
• Are familiar with front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JSF and Angular.
• Are familiar with database technologies like Microsoft SQL and MongoDB.
• Have experience with version control (GIT) and continuous integration concepts.
• Possess strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Have excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Have hands-on experience with Agile methodologies (like SCRUM), and are comfortable working in a fast-paced, iterative development

Dare to imagine the change with us if you are :

• An adaptable problem solver who does not fear change but thrives from it
• A disruptor in your field of IT expertise
• An initiative taker who identifies opportunity and improves
• Known for your delivery track record.
• Wanting to be in a career that makes meaningful contribution to your and other people's lives.

We’ll make a good match if you’re :

• Curious - you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more.
• Obsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it.
• Courageous - you're brave enough to think and do things differently and are always ready to put your hand up and take ownership.
• A team player - you believe in the power of teams so you're always part of one, building and leveraging your networks.
• Emotionally intelligent - you have a high EQ that enables you to truly connect with people, no matter how technical or specialist your role is.

You’ll benefit from our changeable benefits like :

• Opportunities to network and collaborate.
• Inspiring work environment
• Work that is challenging
• Space to make a difference.
• Opportunities to innovate.
• Conditions that are flexible
• Focus on health and wellbeing (onsite wellness center, gym and crèche at our main campus to innovative employee wellbeing and financial fitness programmes)
• Resources to help you with your professional development.
• Generous leave policy
• Preferential employee banking rates
• When it comes to learning and development, we encourage our changeable to expand their knowledge, on their own, with others, in person or online.
• As for our workspace, it is immersive, collaborative, and energetic because at FNB, innovation is our lifeblood and change in our DNA.

End Date : December 3, 2025