Senior Systems Integration Engineer X 2 (Johannesburg & Cape Town)

SUMMARY:
Systems Integration Engineer – Java | Financial Tech | Cape Town & Johannesburg

POSITION INFO:

Overview of the Role

We are recruiting for Senior Systems Integration Engineer X 2 (Johannesburg & Cape Town), responsible for delivering end-to-end Java-based system integration projects for key clients. The successful candidate will play a strategic and hands-on technical role, partnering closely with clients to understand their design process and business goals, and delivering total system solutions aligned to their environment and infrastructure.

This is a client-facing role, ideal for a technically skilled software professional with strong Java experience, a consulting mindset, and a passion for problem solving and system design.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver integration support for moderately complex client engagements.
• Analyse business goals, needs, and infrastructure to recommend and design integrated systems solutions.
• Lead or contribute to integration efforts involving software, methodologies, processes, and hardware components.
• Use deep Java development expertise to evaluate and implement alternative technology design options.
• Participate in project teams and take the lead on well-defined system integration initiatives.
• Make operational and technical decisions related to procedures, workflows, testing, and debugging.
• Provide consulting support to clients, including identifying business needs and developing technical proposals.

Qualifications & Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology.
• Minimum of 4–6 years of experience in Systems Integration or Software Development.
• Extensive hands-on experience in Java (C# and MVC are a bonus).
• Experience with Postilion is an added advantage.
• Prior exposure to ATM Software environments is ideal.
• Must have client-facing experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken business English.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and own transport.

Key Competencies

• Strong client relationship and consulting skills
• Problem-solving and critical thinking
• Ability to work independently and in team settings
• Technical agility and solution orientation
• Professionalism and adaptability in client environments

Work Environment

• Based in Johannesburg with on-site work as per client project needs
• Interact regularly with internal technical teams and external client stakeholders
• May involve occasional local travel

Package

• Market-related remuneration based on skills and experience
• Permanent employee benefits
• Travel reimbursements where applicable
• Opportunities for career advancement and learning

Package Breakdown:

• Basic Salary
• Pension Fund
• Medical Aid
• Gap Cover
• Travel Allowance

Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups in accordance with the Employment Equity Act.