Senior Java Backend Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

BIT005171/RM

Date posted:

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Java Backend Engineer to join their team.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

Design, implement, and maintain backend services and APIs using Java (Spring Boot / Micronaut / Quarkus).
Architect scalable, secure, and maintainable systems for cloud-based environments.
Collaborate with product managers, frontend engineers, and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality software.
Optimize applications for performance, reliability, and fault tolerance.
Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Mentor junior developers and help raise the overall technical bar of the team.

Job Experience and Key Requirements:

5+ years of experience in backend software development, primarily using Java.
Strong knowledge of Spring Boot and modern Java frameworks.
Deep understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices, and distributed systems.
Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
Solid understanding of software design principles, testing, and CI/CD practices.
Excellent problem-solving skills and a collaborative, proactive mindset.

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