Java Developer Team Lead

Join one of South Africas leading insurance innovators, where technology meets strategy to deliver exceptional customer experiences. Be part of a forward-thinking team driving digital transformation in short-term insurance, working on complex, high-impact projects that shape the future of the industry. Here, your expertise in Java development, architecture, and leadership will directly influence business outcomes, while you grow in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Youll play a pivotal role in architecting, building, and optimising solutions on the IDIT platform - ensuring performance, scalability, and compliance.

Duties :

• Leadership & Mentorship : Guide a team of Java developers, providing technical direction, coaching, and accountability.
• Solution Design & Development : Translate business requirements into scalable technical designs and implement Java-based modules for policy, claims, billing, and customer management.
• Integration & Architecture : Build APIs (REST / SOAP), integrate with external systems, and ensure seamless interoperability across platforms.
• Quality & Governance : Drive code reviews, testing strategies, and CI / CD pipelines to ensure technical excellence.
• Performance & Security : Optimise system performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and implement robust security measures (POPIA, FSCA compliance).
• Collaboration : Partner with business analysts, architects, and product owners to align solutions with business needs.

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