Senior Java Backend Developer – Stellenbosch, Hybrid, (6–12-Month Contract) at Datafin Recruitment

Location
Stellenbosch, Western Cape
Work model
Hybrid
Contract
Fixed-term contract
Closing date
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In brief

**Overview** This role is for a Senior Java Backend Developer, offered as a 6-12 month hybrid contract position in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, within a telecommunications environment. The recruitment is handled by Datafin Recruitment, an IT recruitment solution established in 1999 that specializes in connecting clients and candidates. The employer is a technology and digital solutions provider that focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining bespoke software solutions to address business challenges. This client also assists organizations with the transition to cloud-based environments and provides guidance on digital transformation and Generative AI integration. **What you will do** The successful candidate will be involved in designing, developing, and maintaining bespoke software solutions, as well as developing scalable and reliable backend services for the client. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Strong senior-level Java backend development experience. * Experience with containerisation technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. * Practical experience with asynchronous programming. * Cloud platform experience, preferably AWS. * Experience developing scalable and reliable backend services. * Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills. **Who should apply** This position is suitable for an experienced Senior Java Backend Developer with robust skills in Java backend development, containerisation technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), asynchronous programming, and cloud platforms (preferably AWS). Candidates should also have a proven track record in developing scalable and reliable backend services, coupled with strong problem-solving and collaboration abilities. The role is a 6-12 month contract, hybrid, located in Stellenbosch, and falls within a telecommunications environment. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/senior-java-backend-developer-stellenbosch-hybrid-6-12-month-contract-datafin-recruitment Source: myjobmag

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At a glance

    • Java
    • AWS
    • Docker
    • Kubernetes

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    Job description

    - Datafin was established in 1999 due to the need for a specialized IT recruitment solution. We offer a personalized and flexible recruitment service, specializing in providing both client and candidate with the perfect fit. We pride ourselves on the fact that we have established relationships with industry leaders and a vast majority of our business is repeat... Senior Java Backend Developer – Stellenbosch, Hybrid, (6–12-Month Contract) --------------------------------------------------------------------------- * Job Type Contract , Hybrid * Qualification * Experience * Location Western Cape * City Stellenbosch * Job Field ICT / Computer ENVIRONMENT: * Our client is a technology and digital solutions provider that designs, develops and maintains bespoke software solutions addressing real business challenges. * They assist organisations in transitioning from traditional desktop computing to cloud-based environments while providing practical guidance, implementation and governance across digital transformation and Generative AI integration. * They are seeking an experienced Senior Java Backend Developer  for a 6–12-month contract role within a telecommunications environment. These hybrid positions are based in Stellenbosch. REQUIREMENTS: Technical Requirements: * Strong senior-level Java backend development experience. * Experience with containerisation technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes. * Practical experience with asynchronous programming. * Cloud platform experience, preferably AWS. * Experience developing scalable and reliable backend services. * Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills. Check how your CV matches this job Method of Application ------------------------- Interested and qualified? Go to Datafin Recruitment on datafin.com to apply Build your CV for free. Download in different templates.

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