Senior Software Engineer (Java Specialist)

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full remote work flexibility

Competitive compensation with bonuses

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Software Engineer specialized in Java to join a fully remote, remote-first engineering team. You will design, develop, and deploy high-performance Java applications and microservices, mentoring juniors and influencing architectural decisions.

The ideal candidate has strong Java, Spring Boot/MVC experience, RESTful services, and solid DB/ORM knowledge. You will thrive in a collaborative, globally distributed environment with a focus on clean code and scalable solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Significant experience as a Software Engineer with a focus on Java.
• Proficiency in Java and the Spring ecosystem (Spring Boot, Spring MVC).
• Experience building and consuming RESTful web services.
• Strong understanding of relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORM (Hibernate).
• Familiarity with microservices, containerization (Docker), and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Experience with build tools (Maven/Gradle) and version control (Git).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable Java code.
• Develop and implement backend services and APIs using modern Java frameworks (Spring Boot).
• Write high-quality, testable, maintainable code following best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Identify bottlenecks and bugs and devise solutions.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and robustness.
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and technical roadmaps.
• Translate UI/UX designs into functional requirements.

Skills

Java development

REST APIs

Teamwork/communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field

Tools

Spring Boot

Hibernate

Docker

Maven/Gradle

Git

SQL (PostgreSQL/MySQL)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly proficient Senior Software Engineer specializing in Java to join their dynamic, remote-first engineering team. While based remotely, this role is ideal for professionals who align with the innovative spirit often found around Kimberley . You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and deploying robust, scalable, and high-performance Java-based applications and microservices. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge technologies, influence architectural decisions, and mentor junior engineers. The ideal candidate possesses a strong command of the Java ecosystem, a passion for clean code, and a proven ability to deliver complex software solutions. Embrace a collaborative, fully remote work environment where your contributions are valued and have a direct impact on our product's success.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable Java code.
• Develop and implement backend services and APIs using modern Java frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot).
• Write high-quality, testable, and maintainable code, adhering to best practices and coding standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Identify bottlenecks and bugs, and devise solutions to these problems.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and robustness.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and technical roadmap planning.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and translate them into functional requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Significant experience as a Software Engineer, with a strong focus on Java development.
• Proficiency in Java and the Spring framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC).
• Experience with building and consuming RESTful web services.
• Solid understanding of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORM technologies (e.g., Hibernate).
• Familiarity with microservices architecture, containerization (Docker), and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is highly desirable.
• Experience with build tools (Maven, Gradle) and version control systems (Git).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for bonuses.
• Full remote work flexibility, promoting excellent work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on innovative projects with a talented, geographically dispersed team.
• A culture that values continuous learning and technical excellence.
• Direct impact on product development and company growth.