Software Engineer (Full Stack, Java), Stellenbosch

We’re on the lookout for energetic, self‑motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry.

Why this role exists We are growing and strengthening our electronic payments capability to keep pace with customer demand, transaction volumes and new ways of paying. This role exists to help us build, improve and support reliable payment systems that work at scale and make everyday banking easier.

About the team We work in the electronic payments space, supporting systems that process large volumes of transactions every day. Our work plays a critical role in how money moves through the business. We collaborate across technology, product and operations to ensure payments are fast, accurate and dependable.

Why this role is different

We work on systems that have real, visible impact at scale

We give engineers space to influence design and improve how things are built

We balance delivery with quality, stability and responsible engineering

We value collaboration, learning and clear ownership over hierarchy

What we’re looking for

3– 6 years’ proven experience in both front- and back-end software development, project delivery and implementation (in relevant development technologies/language).

Experience with modern front-end and back-end frameworks and technologies

Experience building full‑stack applications using Java

Confidence working across both back‑end and front‑end components

Experience supporting systems that need to be reliable and secure

Ability to solve problems, improve existing code and work through complexity

A practical, team‑focused mindset with a strong sense of responsibility

AWS Certification– Ideal

Education (Minimum)

Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational

Education (Ideal or Preferred)

A relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology

Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Communications Skills

Interpersonal&Relationship management Skills

Additional Information

Clear criminal and credit record

Capitec is committed to diversity, applications to this position will strictly be considered in support of our employment equity goals.

Capitec Bank is an authorised financial services provider (FSP 46669) and registered credit provider (NCRCP13). Capitec Bank Limited Reg. No: 1980/003695/06

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