Job Details

📌 Job Title: Java Software Developer (Software Developer II)
🏢 Company: Nedbank
📍 Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
🕒 Employment Type: Full-Time
💼 Career Stream: Application Development
🏦 Industry: Banking / Financial Services / IT
📅 Closing Date: 15 May 2026
🆔 Job Reference ID: 145810

Company Overview

Nedbank is one of South Africa’s leading financial services institutions, offering innovative banking and financial solutions across retail, corporate, and investment banking. The organisation is widely recognised for its commitment to digital transformation, customer-centric solutions, and sustainable banking practices.

With a strong focus on technology and innovation, Nedbank continues to invest in modern software systems, agile development practices, and advanced digital platforms to improve financial services delivery across the country.

Job Overview

Nedbank is seeking a skilled Java Software Developer to join its Application Development team in Johannesburg. The role focuses on delivering high-quality, scalable, and robust software solutions aligned with business and technical requirements.

The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining complex system components while also providing mentorship to other developers. This role is ideal for an experienced Java developer with strong problem-solving skills and a passion for building enterprise-level systems.

Key Responsibilities

Develop high-quality software aligned with technical and system design specifications
Design and implement complex and critical system components
Ensure software is scalable, maintainable, observable, and fault-tolerant
Estimate development effort and manage technical delivery timelines
Troubleshoot and resolve software issues effectively
Provide guidance and mentorship to other developers
Produce technical documentation according to organisational standards
Develop and execute unit and system test cases
Manage deployment packages and source control artefacts
Support continuous improvement of software and development processes
Collaborate with designers, product owners, and engineering leads
Break down system solutions into component-level development tasks
Maintain and support applications across development and production environments
Ensure integration of work within broader team deliverables
Participate in Agile development practices and ceremonies
Contribute to DevOps and business process optimisation initiatives

Qualifications

Education

Advanced Diploma or National First Degree in Information Technology or related field
Degree/Diploma/Certification in multiple programming languages advantageous

Experience

Minimum of 3 years’ programming experience
Experience in Java software development
Experience working within Agile development environments
Exposure to full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
Experience in system integration and enterprise application development

Skills

Strong knowledge of Java and application development frameworks
Understanding of data structures and system architecture
Experience with Agile methodologies
Strong problem-solving and debugging abilities
Ability to estimate and manage development work
Good communication and collaboration skills
Ability to write clean, scalable, and maintainable code
Strong attention to detail and quality orientation
Mentorship and teamwork capabilities

CV Tips

Highlight Java projects you have worked on, especially enterprise systems
Include technologies, frameworks, and tools used in your development experience
Show your experience with SDLC, Agile, and system integration
Emphasise problem-solving examples and system optimisation contributions
Include mentorship or leadership experience if applicable
Keep your CV structured, technical, and results-focused
Showcase any deployment, testing, or DevOps exposure

Benefits of Joining the Company

Opportunity to work in a leading South African banking institution
Exposure to large-scale enterprise Java systems
Strong focus on innovation and digital transformation
Career growth within structured IT and engineering teams
Collaborative Agile working environment
Opportunity to mentor and grow other developers
Continuous learning and technical development support
Stable long-term employment in financial services

Company Policy

Nedbank is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity employment. The organisation ensures that all recruitment and employment decisions are based on merit, skills, and experience in line with applicable employment legislation.

The company promotes a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement while supporting employee growth and development. All applicants are encouraged to apply, and internal candidates may be prioritised where appropriate.

Nedbank also supports corporate responsibility initiatives and strives to create a positive impact within communities while maintaining strong ethical and professional standards in all operations.