Java Developer

Johannesburg, South Africa | Posted on 03/02/2026

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Java Developer to join our growing development team. The successful candidate will contribute to application architecture design
, algorithm development
, and the delivery of highly available, scalable application services and reliable APIs
. You will play a key role in implementing continuous integration practices and building robust enterprise‑grade applications.

• Participate in design discussions and contribute to application architecture and technical decisions
• Design and develop scalable, high‑availability application services and APIs
• Build and maintain RESTful web services
• Develop and enhance MVC‑based web applications
• Implement and support continuous integration (CI) practices
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams to deliver high‑quality solutions
• Ensure code quality through best practices, reviews, and version control
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize application performance
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies, tools, and development methodologies

• Diploma or Degree in Information Technology or a related field

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in Java & J2EE development
• 3+ years of experience in API development
• 3+ years of experience working with relational databases and SQL
• Strong experience building MVC‑based web applications using JSP / Struts
• Solid understanding of Object‑Oriented Programming (OOP) principles
• Hands‑on experience with:
  • Spring Framework (3.x) including IOC, MVC, JDBC, JMS
  • Hibernate
  • Strong knowledge of RESTful API design patterns
  • Hands‑on experience with application servers such as Apache Tomcat and Web Logic
  • Experience implementing JMS messaging services
  • Familiarity with version control systems such as Git, SVN, and Mercurial
  • Working knowledge of HTML5 and CSS

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Passionate about learning new tools, technologies, and workflows
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Detail‑oriented with a focus on quality and reliability