Back-End Developer

About the position

Exciting Back-End Developer Opportunity – Pretoria (Permanent / Flexible Work): Our esteemed client in Pretoria is offering a permanent position with flexible working options for a talented Back-End Developer. You will design, code, and implement scalable, high-performance architectures, working hands-on with Java, Spring Boot, and AWS cloud services. The role involves developing efficient, maintainable, and clean backend solutions while ensuring robust testing and seamless deployment pipelines on AWS. You’ll actively troubleshoot complex issues, document technical solutions, and drive continuous improvement, playing a critical role in building reliable and scalable backend systems.
Job Requirements:

• 4+ years of backend development experience in a work environment
• Information Technology degree, Computer Science Degree or equivalent

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design & Architecture – Create high-performance, well-structured database, cloud, and code architectures
• Code Development – Write efficient, high-quality code that meets requirements and deadlines
• Debugging & Problem Solving – Quickly identify and resolve technical issues with effective solutions
• Testing – Ensure robust unit test coverage and minimize undetected bugs
• DevOps – Deploy and monitor AWS environments, maintaining uptime and deployment quality
• Documentation – Clearly document code, APIs, and system architectures

Skills Required:

• Java
• Spring boot/Framework
• Relational Databases & SQL (MySQL)
• Cloud technologies (AWS: Lambda, RDS, ECS, S3)
• Token based authentication methods
• Unit test frameworks
• REST APIs
• Git Version Control
• Agile development: Scrum/Kanban

Benefit Offers:

• High Talent density (work with the smartest people)
• 24 days annual leave
• Latest technology to support your work
• Weekly Lunches
• Breakfast and snacks
• Flexible working slots
• Mentorship and growth
• Quarterly team building
• Future-focused modern office space
• Open door policy

Desired Skills:

• architecture
• java
• testing
• SQL
• AWS
• Git
• REST APIs