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Our client is seeking a Senior Back-End Engineer (Java) to join a fully remote team. This role is suited to an experienced backend engineer who is highly proficient in Java/Spring and comfortable working in an AI-augmented development environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java and Spring
• Architect scalable API layers and backend systems
• Build and enhance production-grade backend features and services
• Contribute to system architecture and technical decision-making
• Work with AI-assisted development tools to improve engineering efficiency
• Identify technical risks and implement robust backend solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver production systems
• Ensure high-quality code through reviews, testing, and best practices
Requirements:
• 5+ years’ backend development experience
• Strong Java and Spring framework expertise
• Experience designing and building scalable backend systems
• Hands-on experience with API design and system architecture
• Familiarity with NoSQL/document databases (e.g. Couchbase or similar)
• Strong problem-solving and ownership mindset
• Experience working in production environments with real users
Advantageous:
• Experience with AWS and Docker
• Exposure to DevOps practices
• Experience using AI development tools in day-to-day workflows
• Understanding of distributed systems and performance optimisation
Additional Information:
• Location: Remote (South Africa)
• Salary: ~R90,000 CTC per month
• Role requires completion of a technical questionnaire prior to submission
• Fast-paced, AI-first engineering environment
Should you meet the requirements for this position, please email your CV to . You can also contact us on XXX-XXXX or alternatively you can visit our website https://stand-outstaffing.co.za
Correspondence will only be conducted with short listed candidates. Should you not hear from us within 4 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
