Senior Java Developer (R&D)
First Point Group
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Role: SeniorJava Developer
Duration: 12 Months
Location: South Africa
Are you a Software Developer who wants to work on more than maintaining existing systems?
We’re partnering with an established technology business operating within the telecommunications sector that is expanding its Research & Development team and investing in the next generation of its software products.
This is an opportunity for a developer who enjoys building, experimenting and solving complex technical problems . You’ll work across both the modernisation of established enterprise platforms and the development of new products, AI capabilities and proof-of-concepts .
AI is a genuine part of the roadmap
The R&D team is actively exploring how AI, LLMs and AI agents can be applied to real-world telecommunications challenges.
This includes experimenting with AI-assisted development tools , investigating self-hosted LLMs , and identifying opportunities to embed AI capabilities directly into products and automate complex processes
You won’t simply be using AI to develop faster — you’ll have the opportunity to help determine where AI can create meaningful value and then build the solution.
What You’ll Be Working On
• Modernising and enhancing established telecommunications software
• Developing new products and features from the ground up
• Designing and developing enterprise-grade software
• Building and integrating REST APIs
• Working with relational databases and complex SQL
• Investigating and solving challenging technical problems
• Working with cloud and container technologies
• Exploring and implementing AI/LLM capabilities
• Building proof-of-concepts around emerging technologies
• Participating in code reviews and technical discussions
• Continuously improving development practices and products
Technology Environment
Java | Spring Boot | REST APIs | SQL | Linux | Git | Docker | Kubernetes | CI/CD | Cloud | AI/LLMs
The cloud environment includes Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)alongside other cloud technologies.
You don't need to tick every technology box. The focus is on finding a strong developer with solid fundamentals who is curious, adaptable and comfortable learning new technologies .
What We’re Looking For
• Minimum 7-10-years’ professional software development experience
• Strong programming and software engineering fundamentals
• Experience with Java / Spring Boot or comparable backend technologies
• Strong SQL and relational database knowledge
• Experience developing or integrating APIs
• Familiarity with Git and Linux
• Genuine interest in AI, LLMs and emerging technologies
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team
• A mindset centred around learning, experimentation and continuous improvement
Telecommunications experience is advantageous, but not essential.
The priority is finding someone who can solve difficult problems and build quality software , rather than someone who has necessarily worked in telecoms before.
Why Consider It?
This isn't a role where you'll spend all your time maintaining legacy systems.
You'll gain exposure to:
New product development
AI, AI agents & self-hosted LLMs
Cloud technologies
Enterprise software modernisation
Complex technical challenges
Telecommunications technology
R&D and experimentation
You'll also have the opportunity to contribute ideas and influence what gets built , rather than simply being handed a predefined development backlog.
If you're a Software Developer who enjoys building, experimenting with new technology and wants meaningful exposure to AI and next-generation software development , I'd be keen to speak with you.
Get in touch directly for a confidential conversation.
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