Agile Bridge

Software Engineer - Java

Pretoria

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Role family: Engineering
Seniority: Mid level
Country: ZA
Work mode: On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly: 1 Sept 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.

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