Senior Java Spring Boot Microservices Developer Needed for Cloud Native Platform

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We are looking for an experienced Java developer to assist with ongoing enhancements and maintenance of an existing cloud native platform. This is a long term opportunity for the right candidate. Tech Stack: Java Spring Boot React REST APIs Docker Kubernetes Microservices Git CI/CD Event Driven Architecture Responsibilities: Enhance and maintain existing Java Spring Boot microservices. Develop new backend services and RESTful APIs. Implement frontend improvements using React. Work with event driven systems and service integrations. Debug, optimize, and resolve production issues. Containerize applications using Docker and deploy to Kubernetes. Collaborate through Git and participate in code reviews. Write clean, maintainable, and well tested code. Document changes and follow established development standards. Requirements: Strong experience with Java and Spring Boot. Solid understanding of microservices architecture. Experience with Docker and Kubernetes. Good knowledge of REST API development. Experience with React frontend development. Familiarity with event driven systems and asynchronous messaging. Comfortable working in an Agile environment. Good communication skills and ability to work independently. Project Scope: The platform is already live and operational. The initial work will focus on fixing existing issues and implementing new features, with the potential for ongoing development and long term collaboration. To Apply, Please Include: Years of experience with Java and Spring Boot. Previous microservices projects you've worked on. Experience with Docker and Kubernetes. Experience with React. Your availability per week. Your hourly rate. Examples of enterprise or cloud native applications you've contributed to. We are looking for a reliable developer who can deliver high quality work and become a long term part of the project.

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Java
RESTful API
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Microservice
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Member since Feb 17, 2026
  • South Africa
    Johannesburg4:06 PM
  • $281 total spent
    5 hires, 1 active

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