Lead Java Developer

Placements24; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

On-site facilities

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Java Developer to spearhead a team responsible for architecting and delivering enterprise-level applications in Tembisa. You will define technical strategy, uphold code quality, and drive the successful delivery of complex software projects.

The ideal candidate has over 7 years of Java development experience, including 2 years in a lead role, with deep expertise in Spring, Hibernate, microservices, and RESTful APIs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Over 7 years of professional Java development experience, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior capacity.
• Deep understanding of Java ecosystem, including Spring Framework, Hibernate, and JVM internals.
• Extensive experience with microservices architecture, RESTful APIs and related design patterns.
• Proficiency in database design and management (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and guide a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Java developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Architect, design, and develop scalable, enterprise-grade applications using Java and related frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot).
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and the implementation of comprehensive testing strategies.
• Collaborate with product owners and business analysts to understand requirements and translate them into technical designs.
• Oversee the deployment process and provide support for production systems, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Drive technical innovation and evaluate new technologies to enhance the development process and product capabilities.

Skills

Java

Spring Framework

Hibernate

Microservices

REST APIs

CI/CD pipelines

Database design

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science/Software Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Java Developer to spearhead their development efforts in Tembisa . This is a critical leadership role responsible for guiding a team of talented developers in architecting and building robust enterprise-level applications. You will play a key role in defining technical strategy, ensuring code quality, and driving the successful delivery of complex software projects. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical acumen, excellent leadership capabilities, and a passion for building high-performance, reliable systems. You will work closely with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation within the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Java developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Architect, design, and develop scalable, enterprise-grade applications using Java and related frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot).
• Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and the implementation of comprehensive testing strategies.
• Collaborate with product owners and business analysts to understand requirements and translate them into technical designs.
• Oversee the deployment process and provide support for production systems, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Drive technical innovation and evaluate new technologies to enhance the development process and product capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Over 7 years of professional experience in Java development, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior capacity.
• Deep understanding of Java ecosystem, including Spring Framework, Hibernate, and JVM internals.
• Extensive experience with microservices architecture, RESTful APIs and related design patterns.
• Proficiency in database design and management (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL) and experience with CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and guide a team.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with annual performance reviews and potential bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• Exposure to challenging and impactful projects within a growing organization.
• On-site facilities and a supportive work environment designed for productivity.
• Regular team- building events and professional development workshops.