Senior Full Stack Java Developer

Future Careers is seeking a Senior Full Stack Java Developer for a leading logistics solutions provider in Joburg. This senior-level opportunity is ideal for a seasoned developer with 7-10+ years’ experience in enterprise environments, who can design, develop and modernise scalable, API-driven and microservices-based supply chain solutions. The role calls for strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot and modern front-end frameworks, with the ability to lead architectural improvements, drive integrations across ERP and logistics platforms, and collaborate across the full software development lifecycle to deliver secure, high-performance systems.

Description

Product Development & Customisation

• Develop, maintain, and enhance custom implementations of the Tradecloud platform based on client requirements

• Design and implement scalable, maintainable backend services in Java following best practices for performance, security, and testability

Architectural Modernisation

• Participate in modernising the application landscape towards API-driven and microservices-based architectures

• Refactor legacy components and implement modern design patterns, including event-driven architectures and containerised deployments

Integration Engineering

• Design and implement integrations between Tradecloud and customer systems (ERP, finance, logistics, third-party platforms)

• Work with RESTful and event-based APIs, messaging systems, and near real-time data flows for reliable, scalable integrations

DevOps & Engineering Practices

• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment processes

• Collaborate with DevOps teams to support cloud deployments, monitoring, logging, and operational stability

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Business Analysts to translate business requirements into technical solutions

• Collaborate with Solution Architects and peers to ensure alignment with architectural standards

Quality & Change Management

• Ensure adherence to coding standards, security practices, and architectural guidelines

• Conduct code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development practices

Support & Maintenance

• Support existing client environments, troubleshoot production issues, and implement sustainable solutions

• Manage and implement customer change requests while advising clients on technical best practices

Other

• Perform ad hoc tasks as assigned by the direct manager

• Work overtime as required by project deadlines or client needs

Education Profile

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)

• Relevant professional software development or cloud certifications are advantageous

Experience & Knowledge

• 7-10+ years of professional experience in full-stack software development within enterprise or product-based environments

• Strong to expert-level proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, and modern backend architectures

• Hands-on experience designing and implementing RESTful and event-driven microservices

• Experience with modern front-end frameworks such as Angular, React, or Vue

• Strong knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/TypeScript, and responsive UI principles

• Experience working with relational databases and exposure to NoSQL databases

• Proficiency with Git, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and Kubernetes

• Experience deploying and operating applications on cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure

• Proven experience integrating enterprise systems such as ERP, finance, logistics, or third-party SaaS platforms

• Solid understanding of distributed systems, scalability, performance optimisation, and security best practices

Competencies & Skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a pragmatic approach to engineering

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to mentor and support other developers and contribute to shared engineering standards

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams

• Deadline-driven with meticulous attention to detail and quality

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with Tradecloud or similar supply chain, logistics, or integration platforms

• Exposure to Kafka, message brokers, API gateways, or service mesh technologies

• Experience working within Agile or Scrum methodologies

• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks

• Knowledge of security standards such as OAuth2, OpenID Connect, and OWASP guidelines

Application Instructions

Please forward your CV to

Should you not be contacted within 2 weeks, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.