Apprentice Software Developer

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Intensive mentorship

On-site learning

Career progression to Junior Developer

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion seeks an Apprentice Software Developer to kickstart your programming career alongside experienced developers. You will gain hands-on experience in software design, coding, testing, and deployment on real-world projects.

Mentored by senior developers, you will learn modern SDLC practices, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and progress toward a Junior Developer role through structured performance reviews.

Qualifications

• Passion for software development and problem-solving.
• Foundational knowledge of at least one programming language (Python/Java/JavaScript).
• Understanding of basic data structures and algorithms.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and methodologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an office environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality code.

Responsibilities

• Assist in writing, testing, and debugging code under supervision.
• Participate in design and architecture of software solutions.
• Contribute to development of web applications and APIs.
• Learn version control with Git.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on project requirements.
• Engage in code reviews and best practices.

Skills

Programming basics

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Learning mindset

Tools

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is recruiting a proactive Apprentice Software Developer to join their innovative technology team in Centurion . This is a unique opportunity to kickstart your programming career, working alongside experienced developers on real-world projects. You will gain practical skills in software design, coding, testing, and deployment, contributing to the development of cutting-edge applications. This on-site role provides an immersive learning environment where you can collaborate closely with mentors and team members, fostering rapid professional growth and deep technical understanding within our development hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in writing, testing, and debugging code under the guidance of senior developers.
• Participate in the design and architecture of software solutions.
• Contribute to the development of web applications and APIs.
• Learn and apply version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on project requirements.
• Engage in code reviews and learn best practices for software development.

Requirements

• A demonstrable passion for software development and a strong aptitude for problem-solving.
• Foundational knowledge of at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript).
• Understanding of basic data structures and algorithms.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies and methodologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an office environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality code.

Benefits

• Intensive, on-the-job training and mentorship from seasoned developers.
• Exposure to professional software development lifecycle methodologies.
• Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful projects in Centurion .
• Competitive apprenticeship salary with regular performance reviews.
• Clear pathways for career advancement to a Junior Developer role.