Senior Java Full Stack Engineer

Ready to make an impact with Java and Spring Boot? Love building scalable solutions, tackling complex challenges and pushing the boundaries of technology? Join an innovative financial services environment where Java, Spring Boot, cloud technology and AI come together to shape the future of digital banking. We’re looking for a Senior Full Stack Engineer who knows Java and Spring Boot inside out and is ready to push boundaries, challenge the status quo and make things happen. Code boldly. Innovate constantly. Build the future. Our technology stack: Java and Spring BootKafka or similar messaging platformsPostgreSQLAWS cloud servicesTerraform and infrastructure as codeOdin ecosystem: internal tooling and platform integrationsAI-assisted development toolsExperience and requirements: 6+ years of proven back-end software development experience delivering production-grade systems at scalePreferred: Relevant tertiary qualification in Information TechnologyDeep Java and Spring Boot expertise in event-driven or distributed systemsHands-on experience with Kafka, PostgreSQL and AWSKnowledge of Terraform and DevOps practices.Experience with domain-driven and event-driven architectures.Strong understanding of distributed systems, saga patterns, circuit breakers, bulkheads, SQL/NoSQL optimisation, RESTful APIs, event streaming and cloud computingKnowledge of unit, integration and contract testing, SDLC, agile delivery and version controlPayments, fintech or financial services experience preferredAbility to engage confidently with senior business stakeholders, work independently and take ownershipReference number for this position is GZ61557 which is a permanent position based in Sandton offering a cost to company salary of R1.6m per annum negotiable on experience and ability. Contact Garth on [[garthz@e-merge.co.za]] or call him on 011 463 3633 to discuss this and other opportunities. Are you ready for a change of scenery? The E-Merge IT recruitment is a specialist niche recruitment agency. We offer our candidates options so that we can successfully place the right developers with the right companies in the right roles. Check out the e-Merge website www.e-merge.co.za for more great positions. Do you have a friend who is a developer or technology specialist? We pay cash for successful referrals!