Senior Java Backend Developer

Recruiter:

The Legends Agency

Job Ref:

5WW86V65

Date posted:

Tuesday, December 9, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Market-Related

SUMMARY:
This role is ideal for a seasoned backend developer eager to tackle complex problems in a fast-paced, agile environment.

POSITION INFO:

Senior Java Backend Developer
Join a Global Tech Company Delivering Scalable, High-Impact Software Systems | Remote | Salary Negotiable

About Our Client
Our client is global software engineering company specialising in building high-performance, resilient, and scalable software systems. With a collaborative and self-managed culture, our client partners with their clients to create impactful technology solutions across web and mobile platforms. Their international team values continuous learning, innovation, and shared project ownership.

The Role: Senior Java Backend Developer
This role is ideal for a seasoned backend developer eager to tackle complex problems in a fast-paced, agile environment. You''ll take ownership of technical development, using your expertise in Java (and Kotlin if applicable) to design and implement scalable backend systems. From coding to deployment, you''ll be involved throughout the entire software lifecycle and collaborate closely with fellow developers across global teams.

Key Responsibilities

Bring 5+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on Java backend
Design, build, and maintain robust backend systems using Java or Kotlin
Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines with Git
Develop with TDD and manage unit/integration testing
Work with Terraform for infrastructure as code
Develop and deploy applications on Kubernetes
Contribute to GraphQL Federation integrations
Work with Kafka and cloud services (preferably Azure)
Collaborate in Agile, cross-functional teams

About You

5+ years of backend development experience
Strong knowledge of object-oriented design and best practices
Skilled in Java (and/or Kotlin), CI/CD, Git, Terraform, and Kubernetes
Experienced with Kafka, Azure, and GraphQL Federation
Familiar with Agile development environments
Proactive and collaborative with strong communication skills
Nice to have: experience with Spring Boot and other backend frameworks

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