Capitec

Software Engineer (Full Stack, Java) - Build payment systems people rely on every day

Capitec  •  Stellenbosch, ZA (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

Apply by 30 April 2026

We're on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry. To be part of the journey, follow the steps below:

1. To see what life at Capitec is all about and complete a short assessment, please click here!

2. Once you have completed the above finalize your application by clicking apply below.

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
  • Problem solving 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

About Capitec

Imagine simple, affordable banking solutions that work for you – just like it does for over 25 million South Africans. They’re banking smart, paying less and getting more value every day with us.

As the country’s leading digital bank, we’re proud to have been voted the Coolest Bank by the youth in the 2024 Sunday Times GenNext Awards.

With 880 branches and a team of over 16,900, we’re here to grow with you.

Industry
Finance & Insurance
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Stellenbosch, ZA
Year Founded
2001
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