Junior Software Engineer: Hybrid Work & Mentorship

Placements24; The Islands (MS); Hybrid; USD 9,100 - 13,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Mentorship program with experienced SE

Competitive entry-level salary

Comprehensive medical and retirement

Supportive learning environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Software Developer to join its Paarl-based mentorship-led team. You will contribute to software solutions, learn on the job, and grow through guided projects in a supportive environment.

This role blends office-based collaboration with remote work flexibility, offering hands-on experience under experienced engineers and a clear path for professional development. You will gain exposure to full lifecycle tasks and modern practices.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related discipline, or equivalent demonstrable skills.
• Basic understanding of programming concepts and data structures.
• Familiarity with at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, C#).
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, coding, testing, and debugging of software applications.
• Learn and apply programming best practices and coding standards.
• Collaborate with senior developers on assigned tasks and projects.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions on technical solutions.
• Assist in documenting software designs and technical processes.
• Gain exposure to various aspects of the software development lifecycle.

Skills

Basic programming concepts

Data structures

Python

Java

C#

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Software Developer to join its Paarl-based mentorship-led team. You will contribute to software solutions, learn on the job, and grow through guided projects in a supportive environment.

This role blends office-based collaboration with remote work flexibility, offering hands-on experience under experienced engineers and a clear path for professional development. You will gain exposure to full lifecycle tasks and modern practices.