Java Backend Developer at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment
- R Undisclosed
- Contract Intermediate EE position
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Johannesburg
- Posted 12 May 2026 by DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment
- Expires in 30 days
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Job 2638679 - Ref 878000019662272
About the position
We are seeking a highly skilled Java Backend Developer to join a high-performing enterprise engineering team on a 7-month contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for building robust server-side logic, designing scalable backend services, and supporting enterprise-grade system integrations.
This role requires strong experience in modern Java development, microservices architecture, and secure API design within complex enterprise environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services and APIs
- Build and enhance enterprise-grade server-side logic using Java-based technologies
- Develop scalable and high-performance microservices-based architectures
- Integrate systems and services across enterprise platforms
- Ensure secure coding practices and adherence to security standards
- Collaborate with architects, business analysts, and frontend developers
- Support deployment, troubleshooting, and performance optimisation
- Contribute to system design discussions and technical solutioning
- Participate in code reviews and maintain high code quality standards
RequirementsTechnical Requirements
- Strong proficiency in Java EE and modern Java frameworks
- Hands-on experience with Spring Boot for building microservices and RESTful APIs
- Extensive experience with application servers such as JBoss and/or WildFly
- Strong understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems
- Experience designing and integrating REST and/or SOAP APIs
- Solid knowledge of secure coding practices and authentication/authorization mechanisms
- Experience with enterprise system integration patterns
Preferred Skills
- Experience in large-scale enterprise environments
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
- Exposure to containerisation technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
- Knowledge of performance tuning and scalability optimisation
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams
Soft Skills
- Strong problem-solving and analytical ability
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work independently and under pressure
- Detail-oriented with strong accountability for delivery
Desired Skills:
- Java EE
- Springboot
- JBoss
- Wildfly
Desired Qualification Level:
About The Employer:
DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment
About the agency
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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