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GoldenRule

Tech Lead

GoldenRule

  • R Undisclosed
  • Contract Intermediate position
  • Johannesburg
  • Posted 04 Mar 2026 by GoldenRule
  • Expires in 34 days
  • Job 2634519 - Ref GDR03761

About the position

Our client is looking for a hands-on Tech Lead who can architect, design, and deliver high-performing enterprise applications while guiding and mentoring development teams.


If you’re passionate about clean architecture, cloud-native solutions, and leading from the front, this role is for you.


What You’ll Do



  • Lead end-to-end design and development using Java (1.8+)

  • Drive System Design and Low-Level Design (LLD)

  • Architect and implement Microservices-based solutions

  • Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and code reviews

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver enterprise-grade solutions

  • Ensure code quality, security, and performance standards

  • Support CI/CD implementation and cloud deployments

What We’re Looking For



  • 7–10 years of experience in Java-based enterprise development

  • Proven experience leading technical teams

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

  • A leader who can balance strategy, architecture, and hands-on delivery

  • Experience in consulting environments is advantageous


 


Tech Stack Expertise Required


Core Technologies



  • Java 1.8 or higher

  • Strong knowledge of Java Design Patterns

  • Spring Boot related frameworks:


    • Spring Core

    • Spring REST

    • Spring Data JPA

    • Hibernate

    • Spring Security



Architecture Integration



  • Microservices architecture design patterns

  • Apache Kafka / MQ

  • RESTful APIs


Database



  • Strong SQL skills

  • Experience with MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, or similar RDBMS


Cloud DevOps



  • AWS and/or Azure

  • CI/CD pipelines

  • Docker Kubernetes (working knowledge)

  • Git Maven


Quality Governance



  • SonarQube or similar code quality tools

  • Strong focus on clean, secure, and maintainable code

Desired Skills:

  • Systems Analysis
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Programming/configuration
  • Critical Thinking
  • Time Management

GoldenRule

About the agency

GoldenRule is positioned as a Strategic Resourcing Partner. We are IT Services company with a Total solution offering around staffing issues. We currently offer the following services: * Contracting of GoldenRule fulltime staff to our clients for in-house or external projects. * Permanent placements * Temporary placements to permanent placements * Allowing our fulltime employees to accept job offers from our clients to add further value. * All candidates are technically evaluated for each position. (GoldenRule makes use of an In-house evaluation methodology and Teckcheck) * Hosting learnerships. We hold the risk in developing junior resources. Ideal for AA candidates. * We are able to provided local, AA and international skills. * With international resources meticulous attention is given to Work Permit issues and the relocation of our employees. GoldenRule has an attentive program for relocation and integration of our employees into South Africa. This includes accommodation in furnished guesthouses, transport to and from work, assistance with various forms of finance and obtaining banking products etc.

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