Senior Java Developer

Ilaunch; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company based in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Java Developer with over 7 years of expertise in developing scalable systems. This role involves guiding architectural decisions, mentoring junior developers, and collaborating across teams. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in microservices and cloud platforms, preferably AWS. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to take the next step in their career.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of Java development experience, particularly with Java 17+ and the Spring framework.
• Proven background in developing microservices and distributed systems.
• Strong knowledge of databases and handling high-volume transactions.
• Experience with CI/CD methodologies and Docker.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms, preferably AWS.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable and secure systems.
• Guide architectural decisions and adopt modern technologies.
• Mentor junior developers through code reviews.
• Ensure high system performance and compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions.

Skills

Java development

Microservices

API development

Databases (SQL/NoSQL)

CI/CD

Docker

Cloud platforms (AWS)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable, distributed, and secure systems.
• Guide architectural decisions and adopt modern technologies.
• Mentor junior developers through code reviews and knowledge sharing.
• Ensure system performance, reliability, and compliance standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years Java development experience (Java 17+, Spring ecosystem).
• Proven background in microservices, distributed systems, and API development.
• Strong knowledge of databases (SQL / NoSQL) and high-volume transactions.
• Experience with CI/CD, Docker, cloud platforms (AWS preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.