Backend Engineer (Java)

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

BIT005078/Rein

Date posted:

Friday, October 24, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
We are looking for an experienced Senior Java Engineer (Remote) with strong expertise in Java back-end development and Spring Boot. Join a dynamic software company delivering end-to-end solutions for clients in the financial services sector.

POSITION INFO:
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.
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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For more information contact:
Reinie Du Preez
Senior Specialist Recruitment Consultant
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