Western Cape: Backend Engineer (Java) posted by Network Finance

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of Java-based back-end systems.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices and coding standards.
• Collaborate remotely with cross-functional teams including Front-End Developers, QA, and Business Analysts to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing applications for performance and scalability.
• Drive improvements in development processes, code quality, and architecture decisions.

Experience and Skills Required:

• Relevant tertiary qualification (BSc or equivalent) in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 6–8+ years of experience in Java back-end development.
• Strong hands-on experience with Spring Boot, REST APIs, Microservices, and relational databases.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle, Agile/Scrum environments, and enterprise-level software systems.
• Experience working remotely and collaborating with distributed teams is advantageous.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and unit/integration testing frameworks.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, able to manage multiple priorities independently.

Personal Attributes:

• Methodical, structured, and detail-oriented approach to software development.
• Committed to high-quality code and adherence to best practices.
• Proactive in improving development processes and mentoring Junior Developers.

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