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

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 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 on Apply Now to discuss this and other opportunities.

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