Senior Software Development Mentor

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work arrangement

Competitive contract rate

Teaching and mentoring experience

Work with cutting-edge technologies

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a seasoned Senior Software Development Mentor to guide bootcamp students through coding languages, frameworks, and full-stack principles. You will lead hands-on workshops, review code, and advise on career paths, with a mix of in-person sessions and remote mentoring.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in software development, strong mentoring experience, and excellent communication skills. A hybrid model and cutting-edge technologies characterize this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional software development experience.
• Proven mentoring, training, or coaching experience.
• Strong understanding of full-stack development, databases, cloud technologies, and DevOps.

Responsibilities

• Mentor bootcamp students through languages, frameworks, and software principles.
• Conduct code reviews with constructive feedback and best-practice adherence.
• Lead hands-on workshops and practical coding sessions.
• Help students build portfolio projects and prepare for technical interviews.
• Provide career guidance and job placement support.
• Develop and update curriculum materials, coding challenges, and projects.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Support both in-person Randburg sessions and remote mentoring.

Skills

Mentoring

Full-stack development

Code reviews

Education/teaching

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE

Master's degree or equivalent

Tools

Cloud platforms

DevOps

SQL/DBs

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a fast-growing tech training academy in Randburg, Gauteng , is looking for a seasoned Senior Software Development Mentor to join their team. This role is designed for experienced developers who are passionate about education and mentoring aspiring coders. You will guide students through intensive coding bootcamps, providing practical insights, code reviews, and career advice. The position involves a hybrid work model, with a mix of in-person workshops and remote one-on-one coaching sessions. We are committed to producing highly skilled software developers ready for the job market in Gauteng and beyond. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of modern software development practices and a knack for explaining complex technical concepts clearly. Your mentorship will be crucial in transforming novices into proficient developers.

Key Responsibilities

• Mentor and guide bootcamp students through programming languages, frameworks, and software development principles.
• Conduct code reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring adherence to best practices.
• Lead hands-on workshops and practical coding sessions.
• Assist students in building portfolio projects and preparing for technical interviews.
• Provide career guidance and support for job placement.
• Develop and update curriculum materials, coding challenges, and project assignments.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in software development.
• Facilitate both in-person sessions at our Randburg facility and remote mentoring via online platforms.
• Foster a collaborative and supportive learning environment.
• Troubleshoot and help resolve technical challenges faced by students.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in software development, with expertise in at least one modern programming language (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Java).
• Proven experience in mentoring, training, or coaching junior developers.
• Strong understanding of full-stack development, databases, cloud technologies, and DevOps principles.
• Excellent communication, explanation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to break down complex technical topics into understandable concepts.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.
• Must be comfortable working in a hybrid model, requiring presence in Randburg, Gauteng .
• Portfolio of professional projects or contributions to open-source projects is a plus.
• Passion for education and helping others succeed in the tech industry.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate translating to R per annum.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement.
• Opportunity to shape the future of tech talent in Gauteng .
• Work with cutting-edge technologies and a dynamic team.
• Gain teaching and mentoring experience.
• Contribute to the vibrant tech ecosystem of Randburg .