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Back-end Java Software Engineer with focus on Operations at Sabenza IT & Recruitment

DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment

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  • Contract Senior position
  • Johannesburg
  • Posted 15 Sep 2025 by DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment
  • Expires in 30 days
  • Job 2622345 - Ref 878000011014137
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Back-end Java Software Engineer (Advanced) – Focus on Operations
Midrand / Menlyn / Rosslyn / Hybrid


Our client in the Motor Industry is seeking a highly skilled Back-end Java Software Engineer with a strong focus on DevOps and Operations to join their global IT team. This is a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge fleet data solutions that power international fleet management companies — all within a dynamic, innovative hub that delivers IT solutions to a world-renowned automotive group.


About the Team
You’ll be part of FleetData, an energetic, driven feature team of 16 professionals monetising the sensor data of modern vehicles. The product you’ll help build and support is already being used globally, impacting how fleets are managed across multiple countries.




RequirementsWhat You’ll Do

  • Lead DevOps initiatives with a focus on infrastructure, monitoring, and debugging


  • Design, develop, and maintain backend applications with Java 11+ and Spring Boot


  • Deploy and operate applications in AWS Cloud (SQS, SNS, Kinesis, Lambda, Aurora RDS, EKS, DynamoDB, API Gateway, and more)


  • Manage CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure with Terraform / Terragrunt and GitHub Actions


  • Support operations through incident response, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis


  • Participate in Agile ceremonies and collaborate closely with QA, BA, and global teams


  • Ensure security, compliance, and maintainability across platforms


  • Occasionally travel internationally to support global initiatives


Essential Tech Stack
  • Languages & Frameworks: Java 11+, Spring Boot


  • Cloud & Ops: AWS (extensive services), Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform / Terragrunt


  • Databases: SQL, PostgreSQL


  • CI/CD: GitHub Actions, GitOps


  • Networking: AWS networking, proxies, DNS, firewalls




Preferred: Helm, YAML, RESTful APIs, TypeScript/JavaScript, Unix/WSL
Advantageous: Quarkus, TDD/BDD, Grafana/Prometheus, Gradle


Qualifications & Experience
  • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field


  • 1+ years Java development experience (OCA/OCP certifications advantageous)


  • 6+ months of hands-on AWS experience


Why Join?
  • Work with industry-leading technology stacks


  • Enjoy a flexible 1960-hour annual working model with great work-life balance


  • Access exclusive Group vehicle promotions (buying/leasing)


  • Collaborate with a diverse, global, and innovative IT team


  • Thrive in a state-of-the-art office environment with hybrid flexibility




Desired Skills:

  • Java 11+
  • SpringBoot
  • Kubernetes and Docker
  • Github/Git
  • AWS Technologies
  • SQL
  • TerraForm/TerraGrant

Desired Qualification Level:

  • Degree

About The Employer:


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Dedicated to the recruitment of IT professionals Sabenza iT is a South African registered business focusing on Finance, Engineering, SAP and general iT recruitment. We have over 18 years' experience in recruiting in South Africa, Australia, Europe, South America and Asia and have worked with a number of large companies offering the best service. We at Sabenza iT understands the changing market and we mold our services around each of our client's needs to offer a personal service. Sabenza iT has forged strong relationships with both Clients and Consultants by ensuring both parties get the most out of every placement. Our Head Office is based in South Africa and we have a satellite office in the UK so that we can keep in contact with expats who may consider returning to South Africa and so that we can offer our services globally for Consultants looking to go to South Africa and Consultants who are looking for opportunities abroad. We at Sabenza recognize the difference it makes to maintain good client relationships and we are keeping our client base niche and manageable in order to give the best service possible. We have gained a good reputation in the market place and have built a very large network and database of consultants that we draw from for each role. We are able to send applications within 24 hours of receiving a role profile or spec. We use one of the best Database software tools available to keep our database up to date and very fast to search. Sabenza iT does not only use job-sites, we headhunt and we use our network to find our clients the right Candidates. We have a strong Facebook presence and we have over 12,000 LinkedIn connections. For further information, please visit our website www.sabenzait.co.za or call me at any time on Tel: 0330040131.

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