Electrum is a next-generation payment software technology company. Since 2012, we've delivered trusted, enterprise-grade, cloud-native software to optimize financial transaction processing. Our deep expertise has established us as a respected partner in high-volume, low-value payment schemes, enabling clients to deliver services to millions of South Africans daily. At Electrum, we are grounded in impact – designing solutions that matter, acting with urgency, and continuously learning as we scale. We believe in creating together – working side by side with our clients and teams to build meaningful, lasting solutions. We prioritize making it safe – encouraging open communication, smart risk-taking, and trust so that creativity and alignment thrive. And we back empowered strong teams – hiring brilliant people, collaborating hard, and holding each other to high standards while leading with empathy and kindness. When you join the Electrum team, you’ll get to: Be part of the entire journey — from the spark of an idea to the final product launch. Grow your skills through world‑class training and hands‑on learning every day. Receive mentorship and guidance from industry leaders who are invested in your success. Work in a dynamic, innovative workplace where collaboration and creativity thrive. Tackle real-world customer challenges and see the impact of your work firsthand. Explore plenty of opportunities to grow your career and expand your expertise. Gain valuable experience in a leading FinTech environment , contributing to meaningful, high‑impact projects. More than 5 years of experience in software development Writing code is something anyone can do, but building systems that achieve a balance of elegance, maintainability, scalability, performance, and quality requires experience. As a Senior Java Developer, you will be expected to make informed technical decisions, handle complexity effectively, and contribute to the ongoing health of our systems and engineering practices. Expertise in Java Our backend infrastructure is developed using Java and supports high-volume, high-performance payment solutions. You should possess in-depth experience with Java, along with a strong grasp of object‑oriented design, concurrency, performance optimisation, testing, and software architecture. We seek someone who not only writes code but also designs dependable systems that withstand real-world challenges. A university degree or equivalent hands‑on experience While a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline is preferred, we also value significant industry experience. Candidates without a formal degree who can demonstrate comparable technical expertise through their professional background will be considered. We operate within a highly complex, high-trust setting where our software directly affects businesses and consumers. Therefore, strong analytical skills, excellent problem solving abilities, and sound engineering judgement are critical. Preferred qualifications for this role Experience in full‑stack development Background in building and managing SaaS products Experience within payments, fintech, or financial services sectors Knowledge of designing distributed systems and micro‑services Familiarity with cloud platforms and contemporary DevOps methodologies Experience mentoring engineers and providing technical leadership Practical Perks Flexible Work: Office‑first environment with flexible hours. Generous Leave: Starting at 20 days per year. Office Perks (Cape Town): Fully‑stocked kitchen and daily catered lunch. Social Life: Regular team activities like hikes, getaways, and dinners. #J-18808-Ljbffr