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Technical Lead Developer; Java Jobs in Johannesburg, South Africa at iDbase Software

Position: Technical Lead Developer (Java)

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Lead (Java) to lead the development of innovative, enterprise-grade applications. This role involves guiding a team of software engineers, establishing coding and quality standards, and ensuring the successful delivery of scalable, maintainable, and high-performance Java-based solutions.

You will collaborate closely with business analysts, Scrum Masters, Dev Ops, and other stakeholders throughout the full software development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leadership & Team Management
    • Lead and mentor a team of software engineers, setting standards for coding, testing, and software quality.
    • Conduct code reviews, provide guidance, and encourage knowledge sharing to foster team growth.
    • Report on progress, scope, and timelines for project delivery.
    • Lead the analysis and resolution of complex technical and application issues.
  • Development & Architecture
    • Oversee the design, development, and deployment of applications using Java 8+, Spring, and Spring Boot.
    • Build and maintain microservices architectures with modular and reusable components.
    • Design and integrate RESTful APIs and event-driven services using Apache Kafka or similar messaging systems.
    • Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and secure software development principles.
  • Databases & Cloud
    • Work with relational databases such as MS SQL, Postgre

      SQL and No

      SQL databases like Mongo

      DB.

    • Implement cloud-native solutions using AWS or Azure services (optional based on project).
    • Monitor and optimize applications for performance, scalability, and cost efficiency.
  • Collaboration & Process
    • Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
    • Work closely with product managers, QA engineers, and Dev Ops teams to ensure high-quality software delivery.
    • Promote continuous improvement in Agile processes, Dev Ops practices, and software engineering standards.

    Requirements & Qualifications

    Must-Have Skills:

    • 7+ years of professional experience in Java development, including 2+ years in a technical leadership role.
    • Strong experience with Spring Framework and Spring Boot.
    • Hands-on experience with relational (MS SQL, Postgre

      SQL) and No

      SQL (Mongo

      DB) databases.

    • Experience with microservices architectures, RESTful APIs, and Apache Kafka.
    • Cloud experience with AWS (EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS) or Azure (optional).
    • Proficient in unit testing frameworks (JUnit, TestNG, Mockito) and TDD practices.
    • Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

    Highly Desirable Skills:

    • Exposure to containerization using Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes / EKS or AKS.
    • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Git Hub Actions, Azure Dev Ops).
    • Knowledge of secure coding practices, performance optimization, and observability tools.
    • Experience in event-driven and asynchronous architecture patterns.

    Education:

    • Bachelor’s degree, higher certificate, or diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or a related field.

    Additional Information

    • Contract Duration: 12 Months (with possibility of renewal)
    • Salary: Market Related
    • Location Options: Johannesburg / Cape Town / Remote
    • Must be located in South Africa or have a valid work permit for South Africa

    Title: Technical Lead Developer; Java

    Company: iDbase Software

    Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

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