Apprentice Software Developer

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly stipend

Remote training program

Career path to full-time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking motivated individuals to join as Apprentice Software Developers, working entirely remotely. You will be mentored by senior developers and gain hands-on experience in software design, development, and testing.

You will learn industry-standard practices, languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, and collaborate with peers using modern remote tools. A monthly stipend and clear path to a full-time role accompany this apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some programming knowledge beneficial.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to learn new programming languages quickly.
• Excellent remote communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in writing, testing, and debugging code under guidance.
• Learn software development best practices and coding standards.
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback.
• Collaborate with team using remote tools.
• Contribute to new features and maintenance of software.
• Document software designs, code, and processes.

Skills

Python

Java

JavaScript

Education

High school diploma

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking motivated individuals with a passion for coding to join their team as Apprentice Software Developers, working entirely remotely. This apprenticeship is an excellent opportunity for aspiring programmers to gain practical experience in software design, development, and testing. You will be mentored by senior developers, contributing to exciting projects and learning industry-standard coding practices and technologies. This role is perfect for self-starters who possess strong logical reasoning skills, are eager to learn multiple programming languages, and are dedicated to building a successful career in software engineering from the comfort of their own workspace.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in writing, testing, and debugging code under the guidance of senior developers.
• Learn and apply software development best practices and coding standards.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with team members using remote communication tools.
• Contribute to the development of new features and the maintenance of existing software.
• Assist in documenting software designs, code, and processes.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; some programming knowledge or relevant coursework is beneficial.
• A demonstrable passion for software development and a strong desire to learn.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for remote work.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Comprehensive remote training program led by experienced software engineers.
• Monthly stipend with regular performance reviews and potential for increases.
• Opportunity to work on challenging and innovative software projects.
• Exposure to modern development tools and methodologies.
• Clear career path towards becoming a full-time Software Developer.