Java Developer- Payments (Cape Town) at IQbusiness

Job Description

• We are seeking an experienced Java Developer to join our driven team in Cape Town. This is a 12‑month contract role requiring in‑office presence three days per week.
• As part of a collaborative and high‑performing team, you will design, build, and maintain secure, scalable back‑end systems with a strong focus on payment solutions and financial transaction processing. Working at the intersection of software engineering and financial services, you’ll contribute to projects that demand innovation, compliance, and technical excellence.
• If you thrive on solving complex challenges, enjoy working alongside motivated professionals, and want to deliver systems that make a real impact, this role is for you

Key Responsibilities and Output Areas Include:

Software Development & Lifecycle Management

• Engage in the full software development lifecycle: design, development, testing, deployment, and support.
• Build and maintain back-end services using Java, Spring Boot, JPA, and Hibernate.
• Develop RESTful APIs and microservices to support scalable architectures.

Payment Systems Integration

• Implement solutions for EFT, card transactions, and ISO 8583 messaging.
• Integrate with external payment providers and internal banking systems.

Compliance & Security

• Ensure adherence to financial regulations, PCI DSS, and secure coding practices.
• Apply monitoring and controls to safeguard transaction integrity.

System Optimisation & Support

• Enhance performance and scalability of transaction systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues related to payments.

Collaboration & Delivery

• Partner with business analysts, product owners, QA, and DevOps teams.
• Contribute to agile delivery practices and ensure technical solutions align with business objectives.

Key Requirements

Experience

• 5+ years in back-end development, with exposure to financial services or banking payments.

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in Java (Spring Boot, JPA, Hibernate).
• Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

Domain Knowledge

• Understanding of payment systems, EFT, card transactions, and ISO 8583 messaging.
• Knowledge of secure coding practices and PCI DSS compliance.

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical ability.
• Ability to work effectively in agile teams.
• Clear communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, or related field.
• Relevant certifications in Java, cloud, or payment systems are advantageous.

Nice to Have

• Experience with advanced payment orchestration platforms or fraud detection systems.
• Exposure to performance tuning, observability tools, or A/B testing.
• Certifications in cloud engineering or secure software development.

Deadline:27th February,2026