Software Engineer - Java

Agile Bridge; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic tech company in Pretoria seeks a skilled Java Developer to design, develop, and maintain applications. The role emphasizes writing clean, efficient code in a collaborative Agile environment. The ideal candidate has a degree in Computer Science and experience with Java SE/EE and modern development tools. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Continuous learning and development

Competitive compensation and benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Java Developer or Software Engineer.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
• Working knowledge of relational databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices.
• Collaborate with product owners and designers to deliver features.

Skills

Java SE/EE

Object-oriented programming

Problem-solving skills

Agile development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Spring

Spring Boot

Git

Azure DevOps

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a skilled Java Developer to join our team. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable software solutions. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will be responsible for writing clean, efficient, and testable code while contributing to system architecture and performance improvements.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices.
• Collaborate with product owners, designers, and other engineers to deliver high-quality features.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and knowledge sharing.
• Implement unit tests and contribute to automated testing strategies.
• Stay up to date with emerging Java technologies and frameworks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience as a Java Developer or Software Engineer.
• Strong understanding of Java SE/EE, object-oriented programming, and design patterns.
• Experience with Spring / Spring Boot frameworks.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
• Working knowledge of relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server).
• Experience with version control systems (Git, Azure DevOps, or similar).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in an Agile development environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
• Familiarity with containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Exposure to frontend frameworks (Angular, React, or Vue) is a bonus.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to work on impactful projects with a passionate team.
• Flexible working arrangements and a collaborative environment.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.