Dominic Zitha

Java Developer with over 3 years of experience specializing in Full-Stack Java Development and Microservices Architecture

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JohannesburgMember since 4 June 2026

JavaSpring BootSpring CloudEurekaHystrixHibernateRESTful APIsSOAPMavenKubernetesReactAgile

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Java Developer with over 3 years of experience specializing in Full-Stack Java Development and Microservices Architecture. Proven track record in designing scalable Spring Boot applications, integrating complex SOAP/RESTful APIs, and optimizing SQL Server database performance. Experienced in the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) within Agile environments, with a focus on delivering secure, high-availability solutions for the telecommunications and fintech sectors.

Experience

Software Developer at Blue Label Telecoms (2022-09 – Present)

System Architecture: Design and deploy Spring Boot microservices for municipal and electricity platforms, utilizing Spring Cloud components (Eureka, Hystrix) to ensure high availability and circuit breaking.
API Integration: Develop and maintain secure integrations with third-party providers (e.g., MeterLytix, Hbrosdirect, MBL, Oraenergy, NetVendor, Hopned) using REST and SOAP, implementing custom SSL handshake configurations for production environments.
Database Optimization: Resolve complex database blocking and "deadly embrace" deadlock scenarios in SQL Server through query tuning and efficient use of locking hints.
Project Delivery: Lead environment setup and dependency management for the JKiosk3 project using Maven, ensuring seamless integration of modular components.
Performance Engineering: Enhanced the C-CONNECT platform (50,000+ monthly users) and optimized Android application code, resulting in a 15% increase in mobile performance.
Full-Stack Development: Build responsive user interfaces in React integrated with Java backends to improve UX and system scalability.

IT Technician at Blue Label Telecoms (2022-03 – 2022-08)

Provided comprehensive hardware and software support for 500+ users across factory and warehouse environments.
Maintained warehouse management systems and handheld devices, minimizing operational downtime.
Promoted to Software Developer after demonstrating advanced technical proficiency and aptitude for backend automation.