Java Developer

Date: 14 Apr 2025

Location:

Bellville, Western Cape, ZA

Company: Sanlam Group

Who are we?

Sanlam Group Technology is responsible for the provision of a digitally enabled technology service as a group COE, drive business and transformation and provide group-wide digital and data architecture. We operate the various technology platforms and shared services, ensure Cyber and Information Security resilience, and act as technology governance and risk orchestrator for technology across Sanlam.

What will you do?

The role requires a Java developer in the Commission Management Systems team that has a passion for systems maintenance and derives great pleasure from improving existing systems. A proven track record in system maintenance and working in a production environment is essential.

Short regular release cycles require agility in analysis, design and implementation and as such the candidate should display competence in the area of agility. Quality outputs are a non-negotiable since incorrect payments and calculations could lead to reputational damage for the company.

What will make you successful in this role?

Interpret specifications and question to enable understanding.
Produce quality software according to specification.
Maintain existing applications.
Produce supporting unit and functional tests to support developed code.
Troubleshooting, defect tracking and defect resolution of programs within the application space.
Provide support to Test team, Analysts and other role players in the interest of getting the job done.

Qualification

Grade 12
Relevant IT qualification is recommended

Experience

Experience in the Financial Services industry will be advantageous
Good grasp of OO concepts and the implementation
Agile environment would be advantageous
Testing frameworks (BDD, Step definition, cucumber, selenium)

Knowledge & Skills

Core Skills:
Java EE6 ++
SQL
JavaScript
Spring Batch
ORM -- Hibernate
Data modelling
Unit Testing
Code Refactoring

Additional Skills that would be advantageous:

Maven
GIT
ODM (Business Rules Engine)
BPM (Business Process Manager Engine)
Understanding TDD
SpringBoot
React JS

Personal Attributes

Action orientated - Contributing dependently

Collaborates - Contributing independently

Cultivates innovation - Contributing independently

Interpersonal savvy - Contributing independently

Nimble learning - Contributing independently

Self-development - Contributing independently

Build a successful career with us

We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters – Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.

Core Competencies

Cultivates innovation - Contributing through others

Customer focus - Contributing through others

Drives results - Contributing through others

Collaborates - Contributing through others

Being resilient - Contributing through others

Turnaround time

The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.

Our commitment to transformation

The Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.