Senior Software Engineer (Java)
Boardroom AppointmentsCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Posted January 5, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Boardroom Appointments, founded in 1989, is a global talent solutions provider delivering recruitment, contract staffing, project staffing, temporary employment, training, HR consultancy, and expatriate mobility services across Africa, EMEA, the Americas, and Europe. Leveraging a deep industry focus that spans FMCG, finance, manufacturing, oil & gas, healthcare, logistics, IT, renewable energy, retail, agriculture, government, and call‑center services, the firm custom‑builds solutions that match each client’s unique talent needs. With a worldwide candidate database and a team of seasoned recruitment and HR professionals, Boardroom Appointments offers end‑to‑end services—from executive search and people analytics to payroll outsourcing and workforce management—ensuring seamless, high‑quality placements that let clients concentrate on their core business. Their distinctive value lies in a partnership model that blends industry expertise, data‑driven insights, and a culture of passion and professionalism to deliver flawless, long‑lasting results.
Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with expertise in Java to lead the design, development, and implementation of complex web applications.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
- Extensive experience in software development, including significant hands-on experience in building and delivering web applications
- Demonstrated experience in leading software development projects or teams
- Proficiency in multiple programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, Java, or C#
- Deep knowledge of front-end frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js) and back-end technologies (Node.js, Django, Ruby on Rails)
- Expertise in database systems (SQL, NoSQL) and data modeling
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and microservices architecture
- Proficient in implementing and driving software testing strategies, including unit testing, integration testing, and automated testing
- Experience with continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) pipelines