Full Stack Java Developer (Stellenbosch Hybrid) - Datafin IT Recruitment

ENVIRONMENT:

BUILD and improve the software that powers products and operations across Africa of a fast-growing FinTech company as its next Full Stack Java Developer. You'll work across the full development lifecycle, partnering with your team to design, build and deliver reliable, scalable solutions that make life easier for clients and the people who serve them. You'll take ownership, solve real business problems and help the business continuously improve how they build software. The successful candidate will need a Computer Science/Information Technology/Engineer or related tertiary qualification with 8+ years’ experience designing, building and maintaining software applications, solid experience with Java or another JVM-based programming language & a strong understanding of relational databases, SQL and building data-driven applications.

DUTIES:

• Design, build and maintain reliable software that scales with the business as they grow.
• Build systems that are simple, secure and easy to maintain by writing clean code and choosing practical solutions over unnecessary complexity.
• Build observability into systems through logging, monitoring and tracing so issues can be identified and resolved quickly.
• Take ownership of changes from technical design through development, testing, QA handover and into production, helping deliver value to clients and frontline teams as quickly as possible.
• Use AI tools such as Gemini and Claude Code responsibly to improve productivity while maintaining full ownership of every technical decision and every line of code you commit.
• Work closely with Developers, Product teams and stakeholders to solve problems, improve products and deliver great outcomes.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Engineering practices, Development processes and Software Architecture.
• Share knowledge, support your teammates and help build a collaborative, high-performing culture.
• Question the way something has always been built. If there is a simpler or faster way to do it, raise it and make the case.

REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications –

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or a related field.

Experience/Skills –

• 8+ Years' experience designing, building and maintaining software applications.
• Solid experience with Java or another JVM-based programming language.
• Strong understanding of relational databases, SQL and building data-driven applications.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Takes ownership, pays attention to detail and enjoys seeing work through to completion.
• Practical problem solver who can think logically and make good technical decisions.
• Able to work independently while collaborating closely with teammates to get the job done.
• Curious, adaptable and always looking for better ways to solve problems and improve how they work.
• A healthy spirit of adventure and sense of humour.
• Passionate about Africa and excited to contribute to building products that make life easy for clients.