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Java Backend Developer 12-Month Contract (Hybrid | Sandton | Financial Services)

Location: Sandton, Johannesburg (Hybrid Work Model)
Duration: 12-Month Contract
Industry: Financial Services
Start Date: ASAP

Join Our Team

Are you a seasoned Java Backend Developer looking to work with cutting-edge technologies in a fast-paced, Agile-driven environment? We're looking for a dynamic individual to join our team on a 12-month contract basis, delivering enterprise-scale solutions at the heart of the financial services industry.

What Youll Be Doing

  • Designing, developing, and maintaining backend services and APIs using Java, Spring Boot, and Microservices.

  • Integrating with complex systems using RESTful services, JMS/MQ, and enterprise databases.

  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and robust solutions.

  • Participating in code reviews, DevOps processes, and Agile ceremonies.

  • Monitoring application health using Dynatrace, Kibana, and other observability tools.

What Were Looking For

  • 5+ years of solid Java backend development experience.

  • Hands-on expertise in:

    • Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Hibernate/JPA

    • REST API and Microservices architecture

    • Oracle, MySQL, or MongoDB

    • Jenkins, Maven, Git, and CI/CD

    • JUnit, TestNG, Postman, and Selenium

  • Exposure to Linux/Unix, application servers (JBoss, Tomcat), and monitoring tools like Dynatrace.

  • Agile (Scrum) experience, excellent communication skills, and a problem-solving mindset.

Nice to Have

  • Knowledge of React, Angular, or other front-end frameworks.

  • Experience with IBM WebSphere, WebLogic, or Glassfish.

  • Background in performance testing using JMeter.

  • Familiarity with ITSM tools like ServiceNow.

Working Model

  • Hybrid: 2-3 days in the office (Sandton), remaining remote.

  • Collaborate in a high-performing, supportive, and innovation-driven team.

Why Join Us?

  • Work on impactful, large-scale systems that serve millions.

  • Be part of a forward-thinking technology team within one of South Africa's leading financial institutions.

  • Exposure to cutting-edge architecture and Agile delivery models.

How to Apply

Interested? Submit your CV to [rrondi@dearx.co.za or bthusi@dearx.co.za] or apply directly via our Careers Page link https://www.careers-page.com/dearx
Lets build the future of financial technology together.


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