Senior full stack java developer (ftc, 6 month contract)

Senior Full Stack Java Developer (FTC, 6 Month Contract)

Devology X – City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Contract Length: 6 Months (Extendable)

Contract Type: Full Time - Contractor

Location: Hybrid – Office in Cape Town, once a week / once a fortnight required.

Eligibility: Must be located in / have a valid working permit for South Africa – If you cannot work in South Africa – please do not apply.

The role focuses on designing, developing, and deploying scalable Java-based microservices on AWS cloud infrastructure. You’ll work hands‑on across the full development lifecycle, ensuring performance, security, and best practices are consistently applied.

Key Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain Java microservices using Spring Boot (or equivalent frameworks). Work with Front End Developers to help them develop front end components (React); some previous exposure to Front End is key - React / Angular. Implement and manage application components on AWS. Collaborate with Dev Ops teams to build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation. Optimize code for scalability, maintainability, and performance. Participate in code reviews, peer testing, and design discussions. Ensure system security, observability, and reliability across environments. Contribute to an Agile delivery process through sprint planning, retrospectives, and continuous improvement. What Will Make Us Happy