Software Developer, Software Engineer, Backend Developer

Ignite Byte Digital (Pty) Ltd is a technology and digital solutions company based in Sandton, Johannesburg, delivering enterprise-grade software, cloud transformation, data & analytics, automation, and intelligent digital platforms that empower businesses to innovate and scale.

We are seeking an experienced Java Developer to join our dynamic engineering team on a 12-month contract basis. In this role, you will play an integral part in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-quality backend solutions. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, contribute to core architecture decisions, and help deliver solutions that drive our business success.

• Design, develop, test, and maintain Java-based applications and services.

• Build and consume RESTful APIs and microservices.

• Write clean, readable, maintainable, and efficient code.

• Participate in code reviews, debugging, troubleshooting, and optimisation.

• Collaborate with product owners, UI/UX, QA, and Dev Ops teams throughout the SDLC.

• Ensure systems are reliable, performant, and scalable.

• Produce and maintain technical documentation.

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in Java (Java 8+) and object-oriented design.

• Experience with
  Spring / Spring Boot frameworks.

• Solid understanding of RESTful API design
  .

• Experience with relational and/or No
  
  SQL databases (e.g.,
  SQL, Postgre
  
  SQL, MongoDB
  ).

• Familiarity with version control systems (
  Git
  ).

• Understanding of software development best practices and SDLC.

Experience

• 5+ years of professional Java development experience.

• Proven ability to work in hybrid/remote and agile delivery environments.

Soft Skills

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Strong communication skills (verbal + written).

• Team player with strong collaboration capabilities.

• Competitive contract remuneration (market-aligned).
• Hybrid working model – flexibility between remote and office days (Sandton).
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in digital transformation and scalable enterprise systems.
• Collaborative and growth-focused environment with cross-functional teams.
• Exposure to cloud, microservices, and modern software engineering practices.