Java Developer

Gauteng
Permanent
Full-time

3 days ago

⚙️ Senior Back-End Developer | Hybrid (Johannesburg)Join a forward-thinking team as a Senior Back-End Developer to design, implement, and maintain backend systems for the Wamly platform. This role focuses on Java, Spring Boot, cloud architecture (AWS), and database design, while also mentoring peers and ensuring scalable, high-quality backend delivery.
💡 Non-Negotiables:

5+ years backend development experience
Java & Spring Boot expertise
Strong SQL & relational database knowledge (MySQL)
AWS (Lambda, ECS, RDS, S3) proficiency
REST APIs & token-based authentication
Git version control, Agile environment exposure

🌟 WIIFM (What’s in it for you):

Hybrid working model
Exposure to cloud-first architecture & DevOps practices
Ownership of backend system design
Opportunities to mentor, coach, and lead technical decisions

🎓 Qualifications

Essential: Degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent
Desirable: AWS certifications, Java OCA

📌 Requirements

5+ years backend development in professional environments
Proven Java & Spring Boot framework experience
Cloud-native development experience (AWS)
Strong knowledge of relational databases (MySQL, SQL)
Unit testing frameworks & CI/CD exposure
Agile (Scrum/Kanban) experience
Desirable: Docker, Terraform, CI/CD pipelines, Hibernate, Lombok, Atlassian Suite, frontend exposure (JS, React, HTML, CSS)

🛠️ Key Performance Areas (KPAs)
Design & Architecture (10%)

Design high-performance backend code, database, and cloud architectures

Writing Code (40%)

Develop efficient and scalable backend code in Java
Resolve system bugs, reduce technical debt
Deliver features on time and to specification

Testing (10%)

Write & maintain unit tests
Participate in manual testing cycles

DevOps (15%)

Maintain build scripts & automations
Deploy backend/cloud services to AWS
Monitor production environments and resolve issues

Documentation (10%)

Document database, cloud service, and code architectures
Maintain API and system documentation

Leadership & Mentoring (10%)

Provide technical coaching & mentorship
Participate in peer reviews and solution design sessions
Assist in story estimation and planning

Research & Business Delivery (5%)

Keep up-to-date with new technologies & best practices
Suggest improvements, drive initiatives
Support product owner with delivery risks

📩 Apply Now
If you are a seasoned Java backend developer ready to shape high-performance systems and mentor the next generation of engineers, this is your chance. Apply today!
⚠️ Disclaimer: If you have not received a response within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
📧 Contact:For more information please contact:Tristenn Schoeman

Network Recruitment

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