Software Developer - Java Enterprise

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,150,000 - 1,807,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote-friendly with flexible hours

Health & wellness benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative remote culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Software Developer with strong Java Enterprise Edition (JEE) expertise to design, develop, and maintain high-performance enterprise applications. This remote-first role offers opportunity to work across the full software development lifecycle and collaborate with a dynamic, globally distributed team.

You will design RESTful APIs, microservices, and integrate with relational databases while adhering to best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of professional software development experience using Java.
• Strong understanding of Java Enterprise Edition concepts and frameworks like Spring Boot.
• Experience with building and consuming web services (REST, SOAP).
• Proficiency with relational databases and SQL.
• Familiarity with Git version control.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy enterprise-level applications using Java and JEE frameworks (e.g., Spring, Hibernate).
• Build and maintain scalable RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Work with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and implement efficient data access strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement features.
• Write clean, well-documented code following coding standards and best practices.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and performance issues.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

SQL

Git

Remote teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related

Tools

Hibernate

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Software Developer with expertise in Java Enterprise Edition (JEE) to join their dynamic team. This role is fully remote and focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance enterprise applications. You will work on complex projects, contributing to all phases of the software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and support. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Java developer to grow their career in a challenging and rewarding remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy robust enterprise-level applications using Java and JEE frameworks (e.g., Spring, Hibernate).
• Build and maintain scalable RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Work with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and implement efficient data access strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product owners and other developers, to define and implement features.
• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code, adhering to coding standards and best practices.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and performance issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of professional software development experience using Java.
• Strong understanding of Java Enterprise Edition (JEE) concepts and frameworks like Spring Boot.
• Experience with building and consuming web services (REST, SOAP).
• Proficiency in working with relational databases and SQL.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a remote team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and training.
• A collaborative and supportive remote work culture.