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Android Developer ZA

We are looking for an experienced Android Developer to design, build, and maintain high-quality mobile applications. The ideal candidate is passionate about mobile technologies, writes clean and efficient code, and collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.<d ...

Tech Lead, Data Systems — Scale & Guide Distributed Data

impact.com is seeking a Senior Software Engineer, Tech Lead for Data Systems in Cape Town. In this leadership role, you will guide a team of engineers and build maintainable data systems. Responsibilities include setting technical direction, managing team health, and ensuring high-quality delivery across multipl ...

Principal Software Engineer: Lead AI Driven Systems & Mentoring

LexisNexis Legal in Johannesburg is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to design, build, and evolve complex systems critical to business needs. You will provide technical leadership and mentor software developers while working collaboratively with stakeholders to deliver impactful technology solutions. </p ...

Python developer gauteng

Reference: CPT -JB-1 Ready to join an entrepreneurial start-up company that deals with international clients? My client is looking for a Senior Python Developer for a remote opportunity! Someone who is proactive and ready to hit the ground running! Duties & Responsibilities Requirements Hands-on experience with ...

Full Stack Developer

Overview Hire Resolve is seeking a talented Full Stack Developer to join the dynamic team of our client, a leading financial services provider specializing in insurance. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced developer to contribute to cutting-edge projects in the insu ...

Full Stack Developer (Advanced) 2440

Software Engineer – Java / Cloud / Microservices(Mid‑Level | Enterprise Environment)We are looking for a Software Engineer with 3+ years’ experience to design, build, and support enterprise‑grade Java solutions in a ...

Full Stack / Business Web Developer

SUMMARY: Technopark, Stellenbosch - An exciting opportunity awaits a Business Web Developer to join a high tech international concern. As a Business Web developer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring seamless data flow within the business., You will work closely with cross-functional ...

Full Stack / Business Web Developer

Technopark, Stellenbosch - An exciting opportunity awaits a Business Web Developer to join a high tech international concern. As a Business Web developer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring seamless data flow within the business., You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and ...

Senior software engineer azure microservices

MRI Software is looking for a Software Engineer to join their Cape Town office. This role involves developing and maintaining software solutions throughout the Software Development Lifecycle. The ideal candidate should have 7+ years of experience, with skills in. Net, Java Script, SQL, and cloud technologies. En ...

SAC Planning Specialist Java Scripting & DevOps

A leading technology consulting firm in Johannesburg is seeking a SAP Analytical Cloud Planning Developer. You will design, build and support SAP SAC Planning solutions while working with cloud deployments and Agile methodologies. The ideal candidate will possess proven SAC Planning experience, SAP certification ...

Java Team Lead Cape Town, Hybrid

Java Team Lead - Cape Town, Hybrid My client is a forward‑thinking payments solution provider, using cloud‑native products to optimise transactions across businesses and banks. They were founded in 2012 and have grown to a headcount of 200 people, with a target of 30% growth year on year moving f ...

Security Driven Product Engineer (Java/C#)

A recruitment agency is seeking a Product Engineer in Cape Town. The role involves collaboration with various business areas to develop software systems that enhance customer experience. Key responsibilities include automating security testing, developing training, and assisting product development teams. Candid ...

Java Tech Team Lead Delivery & Quality

A leading recruitment agency seeks a candidate to lead a team of Java Developers in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. The role requires over 5 years of relevant technical experience and at least 2 years in a management position. Responsibilities include enhancing customer service delivery, managing stakeholde ...

Senior java engineer — fulfilment orchestration (growth)

Takealot Group is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join the Fulfilment Engineering team in South Africa. The role involves developing and optimizing systems for order fulfillment and improving operational processes. Candidates should showcase at least 5 years of experience in software development, proficien ...

Senior java + selenium test automation engineer

A software testing firm based in South Africa is looking for an Automation Test Engineer to enhance software quality through automated test scripts development. The role encompasses designing and creating automation frameworks using Java and Selenium, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and participating ...

Java team lead cape town, hybrid

Java Team Lead - Cape Town, Hybrid My client is a forward‑thinking payments solution provider, using cloud‑native products to optimise transactions across businesses and banks. They were founded in 2012 and have grown to a headcount of 200 people, with a target of 30% growth year on year moving forward. This com ...

Full stack java & react/angular engineer

A growing IT solutions company in South Africa seeks skilled Java Backend Developers and React/Angular Frontend Developers to design, develop, and maintain scalable applications. Candidates must collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality, performant solutions. Essential skills include ...

Senior Java Engineer Spring, Microservices & Cloud

A technology solutions firm in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Java Engineer to contribute to the development of robust Java applications. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in Java development and a strong proficiency in frameworks such as Spring. Responsibilities include designing ...

Java Production Support Engineer: Incident & Uptime

A reputable tech solutions firm in Johannesburg seeks a Support Engineer to manage incidents and improve production systems. The chosen candidate will work with Java-based applications, ensuring efficient functionality by monitoring performance and troubleshooting issues. Responsibilities include collaborating w ...

Senior Java Engineer — Fulfilment Orchestration (Growth)

Takealot Group is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join the Fulfilment Engineering team in South Africa. The role involves developing and optimizing systems for order fulfillment and improving operational processes. Candidates should showcase at least 5 years of experience in software development, proficien ...

Senior Mobile Architect (Flutter, Java, AWS)

A global software solutions provider is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, and deliver innovative applications. This role involves leading architecture and development for both mobile and backend systems, with a focus on performance and scalability using Flutter and Java on AWS. Ideal candida ...

Full Stack Java & React/Angular Engineer

A growing IT solutions company in South Africa seeks skilled Java Backend Developers and React/Angular Frontend Developers to design, develop, and maintain scalable applications. Candidates must collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality, performant solutions. Essential skills include ...

Senior Java + Selenium Test Automation Engineer

A software testing firm based in South Africa is looking for an Automation Test Engineer to enhance software quality through automated test scripts development. The role encompasses designing and creating automation frameworks using Java and Selenium, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and participating ...

Senior Java & Cross Tech Solutions Lead

A prominent South African bank is seeking experienced IT specialists to provide guidance on solutions integration across various technologies. The role requires 10-15 years of experience in IT environments, with a focus on business strategy and governance. Candidates will lead technical solutions, enhance proces ...

Specialist Product Engineer (Java / Spring / Cloud)

We are seeking an experienced Specialist Product Engineer to join a high-performing, cloud-native engineering team. This role focuses on delivering scalable, secure, and high-quality solutions within a banking environment. You will work across the full software development lifecycle—from de ...

Java Technical Lead Payments Platform & Mentoring

Ecentric Payment Systems, located in Cape Town, is searching for a Java Technical Lead with extensive experience in payment processing systems. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years in a technical leadership role and possess strong expertise in Java EE and WildFly. This position involves mentoring a tea ...

Senior Java Engineer — GraphQL & Scalable Backend

Lendscape is seeking a talented Software Engineer to design and implement GraphQL APIs while collaborating with cross-functional teams. You will utilize your strong proficiency in Java to contribute to high-quality software applications. As a crucial member of the Engineering team, you will ensure syst ...

Payments delivery lead aws, java & kafka

Reverside seeks a Software Delivery Manager in Gauteng to lead the delivery of complex banking solutions. The role demands 5-8 years of experience in software delivery, particularly in payments and Debi Check. Strong technical skills in AWS, Java, and Kafka are essential. The ideal candidate will manage cross-fu ...

Senior java engineer — fulfilment orchestration (growth)

Takealot Group is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join the Fulfilment Engineering team in South Africa. The role involves developing and optimizing systems for order fulfillment and improving operational processes. Candidates should showcase at least 5 years of experience in software development, proficien ...

Java Team Lead | Hybrid Delivery & Mentorship

Entelect is seeking a Java Team Lead in Johannesburg. In this role, you’ll drive the delivery of web and mobile applications while mentoring your team through best practices and standards. Engage in exciting projects while fostering a collaborative culture. This position requires a bachelor's degree in ...

Senior Solutions Architect — EdTech (Cloud, Microservices)

A leading education technology firm in Cape Town seeks a Solutions Architect to lead the technical architecture for innovative Student Information Systems. This role demands a seasoned expert with over 10 years in software architecture, proficient in technologies like Java and Angular. Responsibilities include g ...

Senior Java Engineer — Hybrid, Pretoria | Growth & Impact

A recruiting firm is urgently seeking an experienced Java Software Engineer to join a team in Pretoria (Hybrid). The ideal candidate will have 5-8+ years of development experience, including Back-end and Full Stack development skills. Responsibilities include writing testable code and integrating software compon ...

Software Data Engineer — Remote, Build Scalable Pipelines

takealot.com, South Africa's leading online retailer, seeks a Software Data Engineer to design and maintain data architectures. The role requires solid coding skills in Java and Python, a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, and significant experience in software environments. You will automate data ingestions and c ...

DevSecOps Engineer Hybrid R980k PA

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for integrating security seamlessly into software development? We're seeking a dynamic Senior DevSecOps Engineer to join our innovative team and play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of security and reliability for our software products. < ...

Junior devops engineer work from home

Job Title: DEVOPS Engineer Reference: DBN -AD-1 Our client, a German Consulting company with a large SA contingency, is looking for an experienced DEVOPS Engineer to join their fully remote-based SA team.They develop software solutions that support best-in-class visualization, data-driven communication, and plat ...

Junior devops engineer

Job Title: Dev Ops Engineer Reference: DBN -AD-1 Our client, a German Consulting company with a large South African contingency, is looking for an experienced Dev Ops Engineer to join their fully remote-based South African team.They develop software solutions that support best-in-class visualization, data-driven ...

Junior devops engineer work from home

Job Title: DEVOPS Engineer Reference: DBN -AD-1 Our client, a German Consulting company with a large SA contingency, is looking for an experienced DEVOPS Engineer to join their fully remote-based SA team.They develop software solutions that support best-in-class visualization, data-driven communication, and plat ...

Junior devops engineer

Job Title: Dev Ops Engineer Reference: DBN -AD-1 Our client, a German Consulting company with a large South African contingency, is looking for an experienced Dev Ops Engineer to join their fully remote-based South African team.They develop software solutions that support best-in-class visualization, data-driven ...

Graduate Engineer

Gauteng, JHB - Northern Suburbs200,000 - 400,000 A fast-growing Renewable Energy Engineering company based in Johannesburg is seeking a young Graduate Electrical Engineer to join their technical team. This role is ideal for a recent graduate with strong academic grounding in Electrical Engineering and a natural ...

Magento Developer

Overview To ensure success as a Magento Developer, you should have excellent object-oriented programming knowledge, hold certifications for Java and Magento development, and be able to project manage. Ultimately, a high-level Magento Developer can build and maintain a user-friendly eCommerce platfo ...

Web Developer (IT)

Web developer Location: Pretoria East Salary: Market Related Our client is seeking a suitable qualified Web Developer in the Communications Department in Pretoria East. Key Objectives: Design, develop implement, test, maintain and enhance dynamic and interact ...

Senior java engineer* agentic ai engineering cape town

Job Description Work in consulting and software development projects for well‑known large German customers such as AXA, BMW, Deutsche Bahn, and ZDF. Design, develop, and implement software solutions by applying AI methods and tools throughout the software development process (e.g., LLMs, agent‑based frameworks, ...

Senior java engineer* agentic ai engineering cape town

Job Description Work in consulting and software development projects for well‑known large German customers such as AXA, BMW, Deutsche Bahn, and ZDF. Design, develop, and implement software solutions by applying AI methods and tools throughout the software development process (e.g., LLMs, agent‑based frameworks, ...

Junior Technical Test Analyst

Overview Hire Resolve’s client is looking for Junior Technical Test Analyst. As a Junior Technical Test Analyst, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality and functionality of our client’s web-based software applications. You will be involved in various aspects of the testin ...

(b.eng) senior software engineer (engineering)

Our Client is seeking a SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER to join their team in Menlyn. Workplace will be Pretoria or at client projects around Gauteng. Should you meet the above requirements, please email your CV to with copy of ID, qualifications and latest payslip. Qualifications: 4-7 years' solid development experien ...

System Integrator: SDLC Lead & Software Creator

A technology advisory firm in Johannesburg is looking for a skilled software developer to enhance and manage software applications. The ideal candidate should possess a tertiary qualification in Information Systems or Computer Science, along with Microsoft Certified Professional Developer credentials. Key respon ...

Software Security Engineer & Tech Lead

A leading recruitment agency seeks an Intermediate Software Security Engineer in Johannesburg, South Africa. The successful candidate will lead software development projects, work with cross-functional teams, and require proficiency in programming languages like Java, C#, and Python. Candidates should have stron ...

Senior Software Application Tester & Automation

A recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Software Application Tester to ensure applications function correctly, automate tests, and contribute to software development. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of testing experience, be proficient in Java and Python, and possess strong communication skil ...

Android Development Lead — Kotlin & Firebase

A leading tech recruitment firm in Gauteng is seeking an experienced Android Software Development Manager to oversee the development of innovative hearing health platforms. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience in software development with a strong focus on Android (Java/Kotlin) and previous team ...

Senior Software Engineer II Lead Design & Mentorship

A global information analytics firm is looking for a Senior Software Engineer II in Johannesburg to lead the development of complex software products. The role demands over 5 years of engineering experience, with proficiency in languages like Java, C++, and SQL. Ideal candidates will mentor junior engineers whil ...

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