Senior Backend Developer

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We are a forward‑thinking technology consulting company dedicated to building innovative, scalable, and high‑impact digital solutions for our clients. As we continue to grow our project portfolio, we are looking for a highly skilled Senior Back-end Engineer with strong back-end experience and exposure to modern AI\/agent build & integration platforms to join our team. In this role, you will play a key part in designing, developing, and delivering modern web applications using modern object‑oriented backend technologies, cloud-based AI\/agent platforms and developer acceleration tooling. You’ll collaborate closely with architects, product teams, and fellow developers to craft robust, user‑centric solutions that align with our clients’ strategic goals. This position is ideal for a seasoned developer who thrives in a consulting environment, enjoys solving complex challenges, and is passionate about staying ahead of emerging technologies.   What you’ll do Development & Architecture Design and develop RESTful APIs using modern object‑oriented backend languages and frameworks, specifically Java with Spring Boot Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions Design and implement backend services as independently deployable microservices Implement clean architecture, SOLID principles, and best practices Ensure high performance, responsiveness, and security Build and embed agent-enabled capabilities into solutions using appropriate platforms and services (e.g., Copilot Studio, Azure AI Foundry, Amazon Bedrock, Gemini) where applicable   Technical Leadership Conduct code reviews and enforce coding standards Contribute to architecture decisions and technology selection Identify and address technical debt   Integration & Data Integrate with third-party services and internal systems Design and integrate data storage solutions appropriate to the selected backend technology stack   DevOps & Quality Collaborate on CI\/CD pipelines and automated deployments Write unit, integration, and end-to-end tests Monitor and troubleshoot production issues Participate in agile ceremonies and planning     Your expertise Must have skills: 6+ years’ experience building backend services using modern object‑oriented languages, specifically Java (Spring Boot). Strong experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs in a microservices‑based architecture. Solid understanding of REST, HTTP, and API design. Experience with distributed systems concepts such as service boundaries, inter‑service communication, and fault tolerance. Experience in hybrid AWS environments, ideally within regulated or high-compliance settings. Hands-on experience with Kubernetes for container orchestration in cloud-based environments. Strong knowledge of: SOLID principles Design patterns Secure coding practices Performance optimization   Nice to Have skills Experience with: Microservices‑based system design and implementation Domain-Driven Design (DDD) Automated testing frameworks (xUnit, NUnit, Playwright) Observability tools (Application Insights, OpenTelemetry) Experience or practical exposure to building\/embedding agent-enabled capabilities using platforms such as Copilot Studio, Azure AI Foundry, Amazon Bedrock, or Gemini (or equivalent). Experience using AI-assisted engineering tools responsibly (e.g., Claude Code, BMAD or equivalent) with strong emphasis on code review, testing, and secure coding.   Personal Attributes: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Comfortable working under pressure and meeting established business objectives. Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams. Empathy for stakeholders and a user-centric approach to solution design. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills Ability to work independently and lead initiatives Mentoring mindset and collaborative approach     Other information applicable to the opportunity: Contract Position: 12 Months \/ Perm based on performance in first 12 months Location: Johannesburg - Hybrid