Java Developer

Network Recruitment

  • Centurion, Gauteng
  • R33,000-40,000 per month
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 3 days ago
Job Summary 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.
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