Software Engineer - Java

Agile Bridge; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 680,000; Full time

Job summary

Agile Bridge is seeking a skilled Java Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable software solutions. You will work with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality features and contribute to system architecture.

You will write clean, efficient code, implement unit tests, and stay current with Java technologies in an Agile environment. A strong foundation in OO design and relational databases is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience as a Java Developer or Software Engineer.
• Strong understanding of Java SE/EE, OO programming and design patterns.
• Experience with Spring / Spring Boot frameworks.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
• Working knowledge of relational databases (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.

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.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Microservices

SQL

Git

Agile

OOP / Design Patterns

Unit Testing

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / related field

Tools

Git

Azure DevOps

Docker

Kubernetes

SQL Databases

Job description

About the Role

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.

Requirements

• 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.