Senior Java Developer

Our client is seeking Senior Java Developers to join a high-performance engineering team with flexibility between Johannesburg (in-office) and Cape Town (remote for strong candidates). This role focuses on building scalable backend systems within a modern, microservices-based environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based backend services and microservices
• Build and enhance event-driven architectures and distributed systems
• Develop high-quality, production-ready code aligned with best practices
• Participate in system design, architecture discussions, and technical decision-making
• Support continuous improvement across performance, scalability, and reliability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including DevOps and product stakeholders
• Contribute to code reviews, documentation, and technical standards

Requirements:

• 7+ years’ Java development experience with strong backend focus
• Minimum 2+ years in a senior-level development role
• Strong experience with Spring Boot and the broader Spring ecosystem
• Experience with microservices and distributed systems
• Solid understanding of PostgreSQL or similar relational databases
• Exposure to event-driven architecture (Kafka, messaging systems, etc.)
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Proven ability to take ownership of end-to-end delivery

Advantageous:

• Experience in fintech, banking, or regulated environments
• Knowledge of CQRS, event sourcing, or DDD
• Cloud experience (AWS or Azure)
• Docker and Kubernetes exposure
• Experience working in AI-supported development environments (responsible usage)

Should you meet the requirements for this position, please email your CV to ***email_hidden***. You can also contact us on 031 350 4019 or alternatively you can visit our website https://stand-outstaffing.co.za

Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 4 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.