Senior Java Developer - Domain Specialist

We're Hiring: Technology Domain Specialist Senior Java Developer

Location: Johannsburg Hybrid | Job Type: Full-Time | Job ID: 4784

Are you ready to take ownership of enterprise technology assets and drive meaningful impact in a high-performing Agile team? Were looking for a Technology Domain Specialist with deep expertise in Java development and modern software architecture to join our dynamic and fast-paced engineering environment.

This is a senior-level, hands-on role ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of technical leadership, full-stack development, and agile delivery.

Role Overview

As a Senior Java Developer, you will lead the design, development, and evolution of scalable, secure, and high-performing applications. You'll also contribute to long-term technology strategy and best practices while collaborating closely with business, DevOps, and architecture teams.

Youll work with modern tech including Java JEE, Spring Boot, Angular/React, and robust API frameworks in a mission-critical environment that values code quality, technical ownership, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and maintenance of enterprise-grade applications and APIs.

• Actively own and govern multiple technology assets, ensuring sustainability and performance.

• Contribute to sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and demos.

• Collaborate with analysts, testers, and architects to deliver end-to-end solutions.

• Ensure code quality using GitHub, SonarLint, SonarCloud, and modern DevOps practices.

• Raise technical risks and blockers early and participate in solutioning.

• Mentor junior team members and support engineering best practices.

• Support the architecture and evolution of technology roadmaps through a Centre of Excellence (COE) structure.

️ Tech Stack

• Backend: Java JEE, Spring Boot

• Frontend: Angular / React

• API & Integration: RESTful APIs, DataPower

• Version Control: GitHub

• Code Quality: SonarLint, SonarCloud

• Tooling & CI/CD: IntelliJ, Jenkins, Maven, Docker

• Other: Basic AI integration exposure (advantageous)

What Youll Need

• 6+ years of Java development experience in complex enterprise environments.

• Strong knowledge of REST APIs, microservices, and full-stack development.

• Experience in Agile software development environments.

• Proven ability to deliver quality code on tight timelines.

• Exposure to large, regulated industries such as finance, insurance, or telecoms.

• Solid understanding of DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing.

Why Apply?

• Lead and influence the evolution of mission-critical systems.

• Join a high-calibre Agile team committed to engineering excellence.

• Work with modern tech stacks in a forward-thinking, innovation-focused environment.

• Grow your career through technical leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

Interested?

Apply now and bring your expertise to a role where your code, leadership, and insight will shape the future of enterprise systems.