Backend Engineer (Java)

Network RecruitmentCape Town, South Africa

6 days ago

Job description

Key Responsibilities / Deliverables :

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.

68+ 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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