Full Stack Java Engineer (Enterprise Banking Environment) at DeARX Services (Pty) Ltd

• Are you a seasoned Java engineer with a passion for building high-performance, scalable solutions in complex environments? We're looking for a Full Stack Java Engineer who thrives on solving technical challenges, enjoys innovation, and is eager to make a real impact in the banking and financial services space.
• You'll be joining a collaborative Agile squad where you'll design, build, and deploy enterprise-grade applications and integration services. This is a hands-on role that demands creativity, logical thinking, and a drive for excellence in everything from coding and testing to troubleshooting and performance optimization.

Role responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and deploy Java integration services and enterprise applications.
• Collaborate with scrum masters, solution engineers, and designers to deliver cutting-edge features.
• Work across all tiers of the application stack from database to UI.
• Contribute to system architecture, automation, and DevOps pipelines.
• Drive innovation, brainstorm solutions, and implement best practices in an Agile environment.
• Ensure performance, scalability, and resilience in high-volume banking systems.

Role requirements:

• BSc Degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 10+ years Java application development experience.
• 5+ years with Spring Framework & JEE.
• 3+ years' experience with CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes.
• Strong software engineering background with hands-on coding in Java/JEE.
• Solid experience in Spring, Spring Boot, J2EE (Servlets, JSP, JMS, JDBC, EJB), Hibernate, JPA.
• Proficiency in web technologies (JavaScript, Angular, HTML5, CSS).
• Experience with SOA, Microservices, REST, SOAP, MQ, and related security models.
• Skilled in SQL, DB2, NoSQL (MongoDB/Cassandra) and application server technologies (WebSphere, JBoss).
• Familiar with Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, DevOps tooling (Git, Maven, Jenkins, SonarQube, Nexus).
• Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and performance optimization skills.
• Banking sector experience (scaling, clustering, session management, ESBs) will set you apart.