Java Developer (contract) Gauteng/hybrid Isb2502867

Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa

Job Description


Our client requires the services of a Software Engineer (Expert) Midrand/Menlyn/Rosslyn/Home Office rotation

  • Amazing brand with cutting edge technology
  • Excellent teams in Global team collaboration
  • High work-life balance with Flexible hours
  • Agile working environment
POSITION: Contract until December 2027EXPERIENCE: 8+ Years related working experience.COMMENCEMENT: As soon as possibleQUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
  • Relevant IT Degree
  • 10+ years' experience in relevant programming language
  • On premise virtualisation technology expertise
  • Experience in testing (manual or automated testing)
  • Web and digital project experience advantageous
  • Agile working experience advantageous
ESSENTIAL SKILLS
  • Proficient in core Java concepts, including object-oriented programming (OOP), multithreading, and exception handling.
  • Strong understanding of Java fundamentals, such as collections, generics, and IO.
  • Expertise in Java frameworks like Spring (Core, MVC, Boot, etc.) for building enterprise-level applications.
  • Understanding of integration between different technologies
  • Any additional responsibilities assigned in the Agile Working Model (AWM) Charter
ADVANTAGEOUS SKILLS
  • Experience working in Agile development environments, understanding concepts like Scrum and Kanban.
  • Understanding of project management principles and the ability to manage and deliver projects effectively.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team, collaborating with other developers, testers, and stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated commitment to staying updated with the latest technologies and industry trends.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Strong testing skills, including unit testing, integration testing, and automated testing.
  • Familiarity with testing frameworks such as JUnit or TestNG.
  • Ability to lead and mentor junior developers.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
  • Proficient in using debugging tools and techniques.
  • Architectural design of cloud-based solution spaces for mainframe applications
  • Knowledge of Mainframe2Java Code conversion tools like Astadia, Heirloom, blueage would be an advantage.
  • Ability to analyze` and optimize code for performance.
  • Familiarity with profiling tools.
  • Familiarity with Hibernate or other ORM frameworks for database interaction.
  • Experience in building web applications using Java-based technologies like Servlets and JSP.
  • Knowledge of modern web development tools and frameworks, such as Angular, React, or Vue.js.
  • Design code conversion platform to migrate applications from Cobol or PL1 to Java
  • Review architecture & system design and improve functionality.
  • Understanding of mainframe legacy DB and programming solutions
  • Collaborate with POC ext. Supplier
  • Modify and adjust architectural guidelines, target design principles and solution spaces based on POC results (POC will be on Code Conversion tools)
  • Structuring appropriated feature teams in context of a migration factory approach
  • Review and present changes to Product Owners.
  • Develop systems solutions in line with quality and delivery requirements.
  • Actively participate in troubleshooting, debugging, and updating current live systems.
  • System integration to and from other endpoints.
  • System testing/parallel runs
  • System implementation
  • System audits/quality assurance
  • Experience in architecture principles, system integration, technical sizing, high availability aspects, integration best practices
  • AWS Cloud
  • Serverless development and support.
  • Automation concepts for DevOps based on architectural reference solution spaces.
  • Service orientation following decoupling and modularisation principles.
  • Core understanding of and working experience with:
  • Cloud Architectures and technologies of known hyperscalers (AWS, Azure)
  • Streaming Services and technologies like KAFKA
  • Pub/Sub principles and technologies
  • DB2, IMS
  • Java, COBOL, PL1, J2EE
  • Lambda
  • Openshift / Docker / Kubernetes
ROLE:
  • A senior cloud architect to join the team to ramp up our mainframe services regarding the refactoring (conversion) from mainframe applications to Java based cloud applications.
  • Doing a proof of concept with a small application to select an appropriate Code Conversion solution.
  • Conduct with the feature team members, system analysis, design, development and testing for their assigned technical products or applications within the context of an agile/DevOps delivery model.
  • Maintain and develop, deploy, and operate backend and frontend cross platform applications based on Java and Angular Frameworks.
  • Implement robust automated test cases to ensure technical solutions meet expected outcomes and business objectives.
  • Prepare and document standard operating procedures and protocols as well as required system documentation.
  • Support operational excellence goals through strong operations knowledge.
  • Resolve escalated support topics as part of tier-3 DevOps role to ensure the highest availability of critical applications.
  • Plan and execute upgrade of existing applications, tools, and features.
  • Create solutions and solve problems using a cloud-native toolchain, to ensure world-class uptime and business agility.
  • Assisting with the business case
  • Coordination between development and support environments
  • Planning and monitoring
  • Eliciting requirements
  • Translating and simplifying requirements
  • Requirements analysis, organisation, management, and communication
  • Important: A clear criminal record is required.
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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1345056
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Midrand, Johannesburg, South Africa
  • Education
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