Senior Java Developer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

ITE007387/LM

Date posted:

Friday, April 10, 2026

Location:

Stellenbosch, South Africa

Salary:

Annually

SUMMARY:
We’re seeking a Senior Java Developer with at least 8 years of experience in Java SE and Java EE to take the lead in designing and developing cuttingâedge payment systems.
This is not just another coding role—you’ll be architecting solutions that power transactions, enable trust, and keep the digital economy moving. Your expertise will drive innovation in a space where speed, security, and reliability are nonânegotiable.
If you’re ready to bring your mastery of Java to projects that make a real impact, this is where your skills will shine.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

Lead the technical integration of new clients into existing systems.
Design, develop, test, and deploy new functionality and system enhancements.
Maintain and support existing applications, including fixes and ongoing improvements.
Provide third-line support, resolving complex queries and technical issues.
Ensure system security, audit readiness, and compliance with best practices.
Continuously improve development processes, tools, and technical standards.
Mentor team members and provide technical leadership to support skills development.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Degree or Diploma in Software Development, Computer Science or Engineering
8+ years relevant development experience
Experience with Java, both standard and Enterprise Edition, Spring Boot, and SQL (MS SQL Server / Postgres)
Development workflow: Eclipse / Netbeans IDEs, Maven, and Git
Working in a continuous Integration and testing environment
OpenAPI protocols

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Monica de Wet
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