Lead Java Developer

PBT Group; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

PBT Group is seeking a Java Developer to build scalable, high-performance enterprise applications for customer projects in South Africa. You will contribute to backend services and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust software.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of backend Java, Spring Boot experience, strong SQL skills, and a solid understanding of software architecture. Familiarity with Git, CI/CD, and cloud platforms like AWS or Azure is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in backend Java development
• Strong Core Java, data structures & design patterns knowledge
• Experience with Spring Boot / MVC
• Solid MSSQL experience
• Unit testing experience
• Understanding of software architecture & system integration
• Familiarity with Git, CI/CD, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) is a plus
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend Java applications across projects
• Design end-to-end solutions, including business logic and data models
• Write efficient, testable, high-quality code
• Review designs and ensure best practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams
• Optimize application performance and troubleshoot issues

Skills

Core Java

Spring Boot

SQL Databases

Unit Testing

Git CI/CD

Cloud (AWS/Azure)

Software Architecture

Data Structures

Design Patterns

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent

Tools

MSSQL

Job description

We're hiring a Java Developer to join our team and help build scalable, high-performance enterprise applications across end-to-end customer projects.

What You'll Do

• Develop and maintain backend applications using Java (preferably Java 17)
• Design and deliver end-to-end solutions, including business logic and SQL data models
• Write efficient, testable, high-quality code
• Review technical designs and ensure best practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams
• Optimise application performance and troubleshoot issues

What You Bring

• 3+ years' experience in backend Java development
• Strong Core Java, data structures & design patterns knowledge
• Experience with Spring Boot / MVC
• Solid SQL & database experience (MSSQL advantageous)
• Unit testing experience
• Understanding of software architecture & system integration
• Familiarity with Git, CI/CD, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) is a plus
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience