Senior Software Developer (Java)

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 850,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Challenging projects

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, invites a Senior Software Developer (Java) to join a rapidly expanding enterprise software company. You will design, develop, test, and maintain high-performance Java applications within an Agile team, collaborating with PMs, architects, and peers.

Hybrid work is available, with a focus on scalable microservices and modern Java ecosystems. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of Java experience, proficiency in Spring Boot and Hibernate, and strong problem-solving

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of professional Java development experience.
• Strong Java, Spring Boot and Hibernate proficiency.
• Experience with microservices and RESTful API design.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy Java-based applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements.
• Write clean, well-documented, maintainable code.
• Participate in code reviews and feedback exchanges.
• Troubleshoot and resolve defects; optimize performance.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technical design.
• Mentor junior developers and share best practices.
• Stay updated on Java trends and technologies.
• Work with databases, APIs, and microservices architectures.

Skills

Java development

Agile methods

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE

Tools

Spring Boot

Hibernate

REST API

Maven/Gradle

Git

AWS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding enterprise software company, is seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Software Developer specializing in Java to join their dynamic team in Randburg, Gauteng. This role is crucial for the design, development, and maintenance of high-performance, scalable enterprise applications. You will work within an Agile environment, collaborating closely with product managers, architects, and other developers to deliver robust and innovative software solutions. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of Java ecosystem, modern development practices, and a passion for building high-quality, maintainable code. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to significant projects and grow your career within a technologically advanced organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy robust and scalable Java-based applications.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software requirements and technical specifications.


• Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and maintainable code.


• Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback.


• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects and issues.


• Optimize application performance and scalability.


• Contribute to architectural decisions and technical design discussions.


• Mentor junior developers and share best practices.


• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends in Java development.


• Work with databases, APIs, and microservices architectures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.


• 5+ years of professional experience in Java software development.


• Strong proficiency in Java and its associated frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot, Hibernate).


• Experience with microservices architecture and RESTful API design.


• Solid understanding of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases.


• Familiarity with build tools (e.g., Maven, Gradle) and version control systems (e.g., Git).


• Experience with Agile development methodologies.


• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.


• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.


• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.


• Willingness to adopt a hybrid work model in Randburg, Gauteng.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.


• Opportunities for professional development, training, and certifications.


• A collaborative and innovative work environment.


• Exposure to challenging and rewarding projects.


• Flexible hybrid working arrangements.