Discovery

Java Developer

Johannesburg9 March 2026

Opens the official application page on careers.discovery.co.za

Location

Johannesburg

Job type

Full-time

Experience

Senior

Job overview

Discovery is hiring a Senior Java Developer to design and implement scalable enterprise systems using Java technologies. The role involves translating business requirements into technical solutions, developing high-quality software, and ensuring systems meet performance, security, and scalability standards. The developer will collaborate with business analysts, engineers, and other stakeholders to build robust applications that support Discovery Life’s innovative risk assurance services. Key Responsibilities Design technical solutions based on business requirements Develop scalable and maintainable Java applications Perform unit testing and resolve defects Ensure system stability and quality before release Troubleshoot technical issues and identify root causes Provide technical support to system users Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews Follow architectural standards and development processes

Responsibilities

Design technical solutions based on business requirements
Develop scalable and maintainable Java applications
Perform unit testing and resolve defects
Ensure system stability and quality before release
Troubleshoot technical issues and identify root causes
Provide technical support to system users
Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews
Follow architectural standards and development processes

Requirements

5+ years Java development experience
Degree or Diploma in IT / Computer Science
Strong knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming
Experience with SQL and database design
Knowledge of Java enterprise technologies
Technical skills:
Java / Java EE
EJB
HTML / HTML5
JSF
JQuery
SOAP Web Services
XML / XSD
UML
SQL
Advantageous Skills:
REST APIs
JSON
Apache Camel
JBOSS configuration
Git version control
CSS
Build automation tools
Knowledge of insurance industry systems

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Opens the official application page on careers.discovery.co.za