Software Engineer: Java Back-End - Cape Town - R1.4m PA

E-Merge; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 1,260,000 - 1,540,000; Full time

Job summary

E-Merge is seeking a Java back-end software engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable back-end services. You will develop RESTful APIs and event-driven solutions, deploy cloud-native apps on AWS and Kubernetes, and contribute to microservices and domain-driven architectures.

The role emphasizes strong Java/Spring Boot expertise, SQL/NoSQL experience, and exposure to Docker/Kubernetes in a fast-paced environment based in Cape Town, South Africa.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (National Senior Certificate / NCV)
• 6+ years of back-end software development experience
• Proven experience building and supporting production-grade systems
• Strong Java and Spring Boot expertise
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases
• Cloud platform experience (AWS is a bonus)
• Experience with microservices and event-driven architectures
• Exposure to Docker, containers, and Kubernetes

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain scalable back-end services
• Build and integrate RESTful APIs and event-driven solutions
• Develop cloud-native applications running on AWS and Kubernetes
• Contribute to microservices, domain-driven, and event-driven architectures

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Event-Driven Architecture

Microservices

Domain-Driven

Clean Architecture

Data Structures & Algorithms

Testing & Automation

Cloud Platforms

Education

Relevant IT/CS/Software Eng qualification

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Job description

Are you the kind of engineer who gets excited about clean code, scalable systems, and solving complex problems? Do terms like Java, Spring Boot, AWS, Kubernetes, Microservices, and Event-Driven Architecture make you smile instead of sweat? If so, keep reading.

We're looking for a Java Back-End Software Engineer to help us build, scale, and support high-performing systems that serve real users and real business needs.

What You'll Be Building:

• You'll be creating the behind-the-scenes magic that keeps our platforms running smoothly:
• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain scalable back-end services
• Build and integrate RESTful APIs and event-driven solutions
• Develop cloud-native applications running on AWS and Kubernetes
• Contribute to microservices, domain-driven, and event-driven architectures

The Essentials:

• Grade 12 (National Senior Certificate / NCV)
• 6+ years of back-end software development experience
• Proven experience building and supporting production-grade systems
• Strong Java and Spring Boot expertise
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases
• Cloud platform experience (AWS is a bonus!)
• Experience with microservices and event-driven architectures
• Exposure to Docker, containers, and Kubernetes

Nice to Have

• Relevant qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or similar

You'll fit right in if you're comfortable with:

• Java & Spring Boot ; REST APIs ;AWS
• Kubernetes ;SQL & NoSQL Databases ;Git & Version Control ;Testing & Automation
• Design Patterns ;Clean Architecture ; Data Structures & Algorithms

Reference Number

Reference Number for this position is GZ61205 which is a permanent position based in Cape Town offering a cost to company salary of R1.4m per annum negotiable on experience and ability. Contact Garth on g[email protected] or call him on011 463 3633 to discuss this and other opportunities.