Java Software Engineer

Opus; Midrand; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Opus, a global software company, is seeking a Software Engineer based in Midrand, Gauteng. The ideal candidate must have at least 6 years of experience in software development with a strong foundation in cloud technologies, agile methodologies, and a collaborative mindset. This remote role requires excellent communication skills and proactive problem-solving abilities. The candidate will also support various internal teams and contribute to maintaining high standards of quality and compliance within software solutions.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Internet subscription subsidy

Hardware provided by the company

Collaborative inclusive team culture

Opportunity for team meetups

Qualifications

• 6 years experience in DevOps or related field.
• Knowledge of agile methodologies and cloud technologies.
• Excellent communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate during backlog discussions to ensure robust design.
• Handle escalated support tickets and L2/L3 support.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 27001 during audits.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Cloud technologies

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Formal qualifications in Information Technology

Formal qualifications in Software Development

Tools

Postgres

AWS

Job description

Deep understanding and analysis of each requirement (understand the why) before coding starts

Coding as per best practices thorough unit and functional before handover to the quality assurance team

Indepth troubleshooting for root cause analysis and issue identification

Collaborate during backlog discussion sessions to ensure a robust design and thorough understanding of the problem statement

Report on the health of the environment identify risks and areas of improvement plan and implement changes to benefit the company reducing risk

Keep abreast of latest technology trends and opportunities with the intention of benefiting the company Leaving the code in a better state than you found it

Collaboratively plan design implement monitor troubleshoot and optimize the solution

Handling of escalated support tickets as well as lending L2 and L3 technical support to the customer success team

Work with the Information Security team to ensure implementation of security governance and compliance tools as well as related controls

Participate and provide support to internal and external audits and assessments as required ensuring ISO 27001 compliance

Core hours are 08 : 00 to 17 : 00 Monday to Friday working remotely

With the company being a global company members of the team are situated in different territories

Due to key members of the team being situated in the United States of America work between 10 : 00 and 19 : 00 for initial onboarding and initial knowledge transfer would be beneficial

Minimum Requirements :

Qualifications & Experience :

Grade 12 or equivalent

6 years experience in a related field (e.g. DevOps software development technical analysis testing)

Knowledge of agile methodologies

Knowledge of cloud technologies

Formal qualifications in Information Technology and Software Development

Attention to detail ability to think logically and demonstrate strong analytical and problem solving skills

Excellent oral and written communication

Good understanding and familiarity with cloud infrastructure AWS experience is advantageous

Experience with Database management Postgres

Experience with logging and security hardening; system documentation and design

Self motivated

Circumstances

Collaborative inclusive team culture with regular virtual meetups

Flexibility to travel within South Africa from timetotime for team or company gettogethers

The company will provide the hardware necessary to perform this role (including UPS power)

As this is a remote role youll need access to stable secure highspeed fixedline internet connectivity (The company provides a subsidy towards internet subscription costs)

Key Skills

Access Control System,Engineering,Bar Management,Jpa,Law,Jdbc

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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Software Engineer • Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa