Full Stack Developer; Senior Job Menlyn Gauteng South Africa,Software Development

Position: Full Stack Developer (Senior) 0828
Location: Menlyn

Senior Java Developer (Microservices | Cloud | Full Stack)

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and forward-thinking Senior Java Developer who thrives in modern, cloud-native environments. The hiring manager is looking for a seasoned professional with deep expertise in Java and microservices architecture, who can contribute across the full development lifecycle, from design through to production support, while maintaining high standards of quality, performance, and reliability. This role requires someone who is comfortable working in Agile teams, supporting legacy systems under SLA pressure, and mentoring peers.

Essential Skills

15 years of software development experience (MUST HAVE)
Strong expertise in J2EE and Java (version 21+)
Proficiency in Quarkus (v3+)
Experience with Angular (full-stack capability)
Strong knowledge of Apache Kafka
Experience with RDS PostgreSQL or similar databases
Hands-on experience with AWS Cloud services
Expertise in Docker and Kubernetes
Strong experience with Maven
Proven experience in microservices architecture
Strong experience with RESTful API design and integration
Solid understanding of Git and version control best practices
Experience supporting legacy systems with SLA commitments
Experience working in Agile environments

Role & Responsibility

Conduct requirement analysis and translate business needs into technical solutions
Design, develop, and maintain microservices-based applications
Build and consume RESTful APIs ensuring scalability and performance
Perform code reviews to ensure quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices
Execute testing and defect resolution activities
Support deployment processes and release activities
Provide third-level support for production incidents when required
Develop solutions aligned with quality and delivery standards
Prepare technical documentation in line with ISO standards
Review and present solutions to Product Owners and stakeholders
Participate actively in Agile ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives)

Support system implementation, deployment, and hyper-care phases
Maintain and support legacy systems under strict SLA requirements
Mentor and coach team members and users where needed
Be available for international travel if required

Advantageous Skills

Experience with Terraform (IaC)
Monitoring tools: Loki, Prometheus, Grafana
Experience with Playwright testing
Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and automation tools
Knowledge of Git workflows and branching strategies
Understanding of IT security best practices
Familiarity with JIRA and Confluence

Qualifications

Degree in Information Technology or equivalent experience

Please respond to the below in your application - Yes/No

Do you have 10+ years of professional experience in Java development (including J2EE and Java 21+)?
Do you have hands-on experience designing and implementing microservices architectures?
Have you worked with Docker and Kubernetes in a production environment?
Do you have experience developing and consuming RESTful APIs in enterprise applications?
Have you provided production support for legacy systems under strict SLA requirements?