Java Developer

We are looking for a talented and passionate Java Developer to join our growing technology team. If you enjoy building scalable backend systems, working with modern cloud technologies, and solving complex technical challenges, this opportunity is for you.

You will work on enterprise-grade applications and microservices in a collaborative Agile environment alongside experienced developers, architects, and DevOps engineers.

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or related field
• 4+ years of Java development experience
• Experience with microservices and distributed systems
• Exposure to reactive programming (Web Flux/Reactor) advantageous
• Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Passion for clean, maintainable, and scalable code

Required technical skills:

Core Java

• Java 18–2
• Object-oriented programming (OOP)
• Framework
• Multithreading and concurrency
• JVM tuning and memory management
• Exception handling
• Functional programming concepts

Frameworks and tools

• Spring Boot
• Spring framework
• Spring security
• Spring data JPA / hibernate
• Maven or gradle

API and integration

• REST APIs
• JSON/XML processing
• Kafka or RabbitMQ
• OpenAPI / Swagger

Databases

• PostgreSQL / MySQL / Oracle
• SQL optimization
• Exposure to MongoDB or Redis advantageous

Reference number for this position is GZ61325 which is a permanent position based in Rivonia offering a cost to company salary of R1.2m per annum negotiable on experience and ability. Contact Garth on az.oc.egrem-e@zhtrag or call him on 011 463 3633 to discuss this and other opportunities.

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Posted on 11 May 11:39, Closing date 10 Jul