We’re looking for a Junior Software Developer with strong Java (Spring Boot) skills and some exposure to .NET to join our team in Cape Town. You will be involved in developing and maintaining enterprise-grade systems across a variety of domains, working closely with senior engineers and analysts in an Agile environment.
This is a growth-focused role ideal for someone with a science or engineering background and a keen interest in backend and full-stack development.
Responsibilities:
- Build and maintain robust backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
- Contribute to maintenance and feature development in existing .NET systems.
- Participate in Agile development practices including daily stand-ups, code reviews, and sprint planning.
- Write clean, maintainable, and testable code.
- Collaborate with QA and business analysts to deliver reliable features.
- Investigate and resolve bugs and system issues.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Matric / Grade 12
- BSc or BEng Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
- 1 – 2 years of hands-on software development experience.
- Proficient in Java with working knowledge of Spring Boot.
- Some exposure to .NET (either .NET Core or .NET Framework).
- Experience working with RESTful APIs and relational databases.
- Familiarity with Git and standard version control workflows.
Nice to Have:
- Frontend development exposure (React, Angular, etc.).
- Experience with Docker or containerized development.
- Exposure to CI/CD tools and practices.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).
- Understanding of software testing frameworks and principles.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please send a detailed copy of your CV to [Email Address Removed]
If you have not been contacted within two (2) weeks, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Desired Skills:
- Java
- Development
- Spring Boot
Desired Work Experience:
- 1 to 2 years
Desired Qualification Level:
- Degree