Senior Java Engineer — Hybrid, RESTful APIs & Kubernetes

Dariel; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Java Software Engineer to design and develop scalable applications using Java, Golang, and Kubernetes. This role emphasizes clean code and collaboration within cross-functional teams, offering a hybrid work model. Candidates should possess strong Java skills, experience with Spring Boot and RESTful APIs, and a background in front-end development with modern frameworks like Angular or React. Join a team dedicated to impactful software development.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in Java and object-oriented programming.
• Experience with Spring Boot, Java EE, and RESTful APIs.
• Exposure to Golang and container orchestration with Kubernetes is highly advantageous.
• Solid front-end development skills (Angular, React, etc.).
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop robust, scalable applications using Java, Golang, and Kubernetes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver elegant solutions to real-world challenges.
• Build responsive front-end interfaces using modern frameworks like Angular or React.
• Optimize databases and ensure data integrity using SQL.
• Contribute to system architecture, performance tuning, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

RESTful APIs

SQL

Agile methodologies

Git

JIRA

Unit testing

Golang

Angular

React

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Job description

A leading technology firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Java Software Engineer to design and develop scalable applications using Java, Golang, and Kubernetes. This role emphasizes clean code and collaboration within cross-functional teams, offering a hybrid work model. Candidates should possess strong Java skills, experience with Spring Boot and RESTful APIs, and a background in front-end development with modern frameworks like Angular or React. Join a team dedicated to impactful software development.