Electrum is a next-generation payment software technology company.
Since 2012, we've delivered trusted, enterprise-grade, cloud-native software to optimize financial transaction processing. Our deep expertise has established us as a respected partner in high-volume, low-value payment schemes, enabling clients to deliver services to millions of South Africans daily.
At Electrum, we are grounded in impact – designing solutions that matter, acting with urgency, and continuously learning as we scale. We believe in creating together – working side by side with our clients and teams to build meaningful, lasting solutions. We prioritize making it safe – encouraging open communication, smart risk-taking, and trust so that creativity and alignment thrive. And we back empowered strong teams – hiring brilliant people, collaborating hard, and holding each other to high standards while leading with empathy and kindness.
When you join the Electrum team, you’ll get to:
- Be part of the entire journey — from the spark of an idea to the final product launch.
- Grow your skills through world‑class training and hands‑on learning every day.
- Receive mentorship and guidance from industry leaders who are invested in your success.
- Work in a dynamic, innovative workplace where collaboration and creativity thrive.
- Tackle real-world customer challenges and see the impact of your work firsthand.
- Explore plenty of opportunities to grow your career and expand your expertise.
- Gain valuable experience in a leading FinTech environment , contributing to meaningful, high‑impact projects.
More than 5 years of experience in software development
- Writing code is something anyone can do, but building systems that achieve a balance of elegance, maintainability, scalability, performance, and quality requires experience. As a Senior Java Developer, you will be expected to make informed technical decisions, handle complexity effectively, and contribute to the ongoing health of our systems and engineering practices.
Expertise in Java
- Our backend infrastructure is developed using Java and supports high-volume, high-performance payment solutions. You should possess in-depth experience with Java, along with a strong grasp of object‑oriented design, concurrency, performance optimisation, testing, and software architecture. We seek someone who not only writes code but also designs dependable systems that withstand real-world challenges.
A university degree or equivalent hands‑on experience
- While a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline is preferred, we also value significant industry experience. Candidates without a formal degree who can demonstrate comparable technical expertise through their professional background will be considered.
- We operate within a highly complex, high-trust setting where our software directly affects businesses and consumers. Therefore, strong analytical skills, excellent problem solving abilities, and sound engineering judgement are critical.
Preferred qualifications for this role
- Experience in full‑stack development
- Background in building and managing SaaS products
- Experience within payments, fintech, or financial services sectors
- Knowledge of designing distributed systems and micro‑services
- Familiarity with cloud platforms and contemporary DevOps methodologies
- Experience mentoring engineers and providing technical leadership
Practical Perks
- Flexible Work: Office‑first environment with flexible hours.
- Generous Leave: Starting at 20 days per year.
- Office Perks (Cape Town): Fully‑stocked kitchen and daily catered lunch.
- Social Life: Regular team activities like hikes, getaways, and dinners.
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