Software Engineer (Full Stack, Java) - Build payment systems people rely on every day
Date: 10 Apr 2026
Location: Stellenbosch, ZA
Company: Capitec Bank Ltd
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:
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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.