Senior Software Engineer (Java/Spring)

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Training & conferences

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with extensive Java and Spring experience to design, develop, and maintain high-performance enterprise applications on-site. You will lead backend development, ensure code quality, and contribute to architectural decisions, collaborating with product managers, QA, and frontend engineers.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in Java/Spring, strong database and ORM knowledge, and a proactive, team-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software development experience with Java and the Spring ecosystem.
• Experience designing backend services and RESTful APIs.
• Strong knowledge of databases, ORM frameworks, and dependencies management.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and applications using Java and the Spring framework.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Write clean, well-documented, maintainable code following best practices.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs for integrations.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality.
• Troubleshoot issues and optimize performance of enterprise applications.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and technical roadmap planning.
• Mentor junior engineers and share expertise within the team.

Skills

Java

Spring Framework

RESTful services

SQL

Hibernate/JPA

Build tools (Maven/Gradle)

JUnit/Mockito

OO principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

Maven

Gradle

Hibernate

JPA

PostgreSQL

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the enterprise software solutions sector, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer with extensive experience in Java and the Spring framework to join their dedicated team in Randburg, Gauteng. This is a critical on-site role focused on designing, developing, and maintaining complex, high-performance enterprise applications. You will be instrumental in driving innovation, ensuring code quality, and contributing to the architectural direction of their software products. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of backend development principles and a passion for building robust, scalable, and maintainable software solutions within a collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement robust, scalable, and efficient backend services and applications using Java and the Spring framework.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, frontend developers, and QA engineers, to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code following best practices and coding standards.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs for seamless integration with other systems.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers and ensuring code quality.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex software issues, identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks.
• Contribute to architectural design discussions and technical roadmap planning.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest Java technologies, frameworks, and industry best practices.
• Mentor junior engineers and share technical expertise within the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience, with a strong focus on Java and the Spring ecosystem (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data).
• Proficiency in object-oriented programming principles and design patterns.
• Experience in developing and consuming RESTful web services.
• Strong understanding of database technologies (e.g., SQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle) and ORM frameworks (e.g., Hibernate, JPA).
• Familiarity with build tools (e.g., Maven, Gradle) and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Experience with unit testing and integration testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Mockito).
• Knowledge of microservices architecture is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities, with a proactive approach to problem-solving in an office setting.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary package, commensurate with experience, and a comprehensive benefits program including health insurance and retirement contributions. This on-site role in Randburg, Gauteng provides a structured and collaborative work environment, fostering teamwork and direct mentorship. Employees benefit from opportunities for continuous professional development, including training courses, certifications, and attending industry conferences. We offer a dynamic workplace with opportunities for career advancement within a well-established organization committed to technological excellence.