Johannesburg North: Senior Java Backend Engineer posted by Network Finance

• Design, implement, and maintain backend services and APIs using Java (Spring Boot / Micronaut / Quarkus).
• Architect scalable, secure, and maintainable systems for cloud-based environments.
• Collaborate with product managers, frontend engineers, and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality software.
• Optimize applications for performance, reliability, and fault tolerance.
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor junior developers and help raise the overall technical bar of the team.

Job Experience and Key Requirements: 

• 5+ years of experience in backend software development, primarily using Java.
• Strong knowledge of Spring Boot and modern Java frameworks.
• Deep understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices, and distributed systems.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Solid understanding of software design principles, testing, and CI/CD practices.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a collaborative, proactive mindset.

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• Software Developers (Back-End, Front-End, Full Stack)
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• Cloud Experts
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If you have not received feedback within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will remain in our database for future opportunities.

For more information, contact:
Rethabile Moloi
Recruitment Researcher 
*****@*****.co.za