Java Developer

Recruiter:

RecruiTech

Job Ref:

DUR000497/JG

Date posted:

Thursday, November 20, 2025

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

R80 000

SUMMARY:

About the Role

An opportunity is available for a Backend Java Developer to join a development team working on internal systems within the logistics environment.
The role involves building new features, maintaining existing applications, and contributing to the improvement of current technology solutions.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and enhance existing backend applications
Develop and implement new system features based on business needs
Work with stakeholders to gather and translate requirements
Research and propose scalable technical solutions
Ensure clean, reliable, and production-ready code
Collaborate within an Agile/Scrum-based team
Work with the following technologies:
Java 11+, Jakarta EE, JPA, REST, JSON, Maven, TDD, Git, MS SQL, PostgreSQL, Docker, GlassFish/Payara, IntelliJ IDEA

Minimum Requirements

Degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering OR equivalent experience
3+ years’ experience developing backend systems in Java / Jakarta EE
Strong understanding of object-oriented programming
Knowledge of REST APIs, JSON and SQL databases
Comfortable working in Linux development environments
Experience using version control (Git preferred)
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
Good communication and teamwork ability
Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

Advantageous

Android development
Angular (Typescript) / Bootstrap
RabbitMQ
Gradle
Prior experience in logistics or similar industries

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