agilebridge
Software Engineer - Java
Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa (city only)
Hybrid · Full-time
First seen by offpeak October 22, 2026
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About the Role
We are looking for a skilled Java Developer to join our team. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable software solutions. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will be responsible for writing clean, efficient, and testable code while contributing to system architecture and performance improvements.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications.
- Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices.
- Collaborate with product owners, designers, and other engineers to deliver high-quality features.
- Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects.
- Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and knowledge sharing.
- Implement unit tests and contribute to automated testing strategies.
- Stay up to date with emerging Java technologies and frameworks.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience as a Java Developer or Software Engineer.
- Strong understanding of Java SE/EE, object-oriented programming, and design patterns.
- Experience with Spring / Spring Boot frameworks.
- Familiarity with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
- Working knowledge of relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server).
- Experience with version control systems (Git, Azure DevOps, or similar).
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work in an Agile development environment.
Nice to Have
- Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
- Familiarity with containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Exposure to frontend frameworks (Angular, React, or Vue) is a bonus.
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment.
What We Offer
- An opportunity to work on impactful projects with a passionate team.
- Flexible working arrangements and a collaborative environment.
- Continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.