Cape Town: Senior Java Developer – Cape Town posted by DataFin Recruitment

About the Role

DataFin Recruitment is seeking an experienced Senior Java Developer to join our team in Cape Town. As a key member of our software development team, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining market-leading Java-based Point of Sale (POS) solutions for large-scale retail organizations. This role requires technical leadership, hands-on development, and collaboration with stakeholders to deliver high-performance, scalable, and reliable software that enhances customer experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain market-leading Java-based Point of Sale (POS) solutions for large-scale retail organizations, ensuring high performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to design, prototype, and implement new software solutions and functional extensions that align with business requirements and improve customer experience.
• Lead the development and integration of SAP Retail solutions, including gaining a strong understanding of SAPs integration concepts and architecture.
• Integrate third-party solutions and services using protocols and technologies such as SOAP, REST, and iDocs to extend POS system functionality.
• Develop and maintain intuitive and responsive user interfaces using Java SWING, HTML5, and CSS to ensure an engaging and efficient user experience.
• Interface with various hardware components, including card terminals, POS printers, fingerprint sensors, and other peripheral devices.
• Design and generate reports using tools like Jasper Reports and iText and manage printing functions such as receipt and line printing.
• Create and maintain technical documentation including UML diagrams, development wikis, SDK guidelines, and other instructional materials for internal and external use.
• Build, mentor, and lead a team of developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment focused on continuous improvement and innovation.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends, continuously enhancing skills and bringing new tools and methodologies to improve product offerings.
• Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization through written documentation, technical presentations, and interpersonal discussions.
• Ensure high code quality and maintainability through best practices in coding, testing, code reviews, and deployment.
• Drive the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and design through to deployment and support.
• Identify performance bottlenecks and propose solutions, ensuring optimal system efficiency in production environments.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience in Java development, preferably within retail, payments, or POS environments.
• Proven experience with SAP integration concepts and architecture.
• Strong understanding of SOAP, REST, and iDocs for third-party integrations.

Qualifications

No qualifications mentioned.

Salary & Benefits

Salary information not provided.