Are you a seasoned Java engineer ready to build high-performance, modern software that scales? We’re looking for a Senior Java Developer to join a collaborative, forward-thinking engineering team where clean architecture, solid OO principles, and engineering excellence are the standard.
If you enjoy designing cloud-ready services, solving complex problems, and crafting code that’s as elegant as it is reliable, this role has your name on it.
What You Bring
- Strong experience with Java (or Kotlin) and solid OO design principles: polymorphism, inheritance, encapsulation
- Hands-on expertise with Spring Boot / Spring Framework for building microservices and APIs
- Proven experience with JPA/Hibernate, SQL, JDBC, and database schema design
- Testing proficiency using JUnit or similar frameworks
- Familiarity with build tools (Maven, Gradle)
- Strong source control skills using Git
Nice to Have
- Experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB) and GraphQL
- Exposure to CI/CD & DevOps tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, Jira)
- Basic web fundamentals: HTML5, CSS, JavaScript
- Legacy experience with J2EE, JSP, MVC frameworks for brownfield systems
Your Responsibilities
- Design and deliver robust, cloud-ready backend services and RESTful APIs
- Own features end-to-end: schema design, service layers, tests, deployment, monitoring
- Contribute meaningfully to system architecture and design discussions
- Improve engineering quality through code reviews, pairing, and knowledge sharing
Reference Number: GZ60878
This is a permanent role based in Johannesburg, offering a CTC of R1m per annum, negotiable based on experience and ability.
Interested?
📩 Email Garth at garthz@e-merge.co.za
📞 Call 011 463 3633
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