Apprentice Software Developer (Remote)

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Mentorship

Potential full-time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Software Developer apprentice for a fully remote program based in Mossel Bay. You will work alongside experienced developers to design, build, and test software while learning modern development practices.

This entry-level opportunity emphasizes hands-on experience, collaboration, and continuous learning in a supportive remote-first environment that values growth and persistence.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of programming concepts and willingness to learn.
• Familiarity with at least one programming language (Python/Java/JavaScript).
• Interest in software development lifecycle and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, development, and testing under mentorship.
• Write clean, maintainable code following standards.
• Participate in code reviews and fix issues.
• Collaborate with teammates on bug fixing and features.
• Learn new languages, frameworks, and tools as needed.
• Contribute to project documentation.

Skills

Programming fundamentals

Python

Java

JavaScript

Education

Grade 12

Foundational IT qualification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is offering an exciting fully remote opportunity for an aspiring Software Developer to join their innovative team through an apprenticeship program based in Mossel Bay . This role is perfect for individuals with a foundational understanding of programming concepts who are eager to build robust applications and learn modern development practices. You will collaborate with experienced developers, contributing to exciting projects and gaining invaluable real-world experience in the tech industry. This remote-first position allows you to hone your coding skills, learn cutting-edge technologies, and grow your career from anywhere, supported by a culture that champions learning, collaboration, and innovation in software engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, and testing of software applications under the guidance of senior developers.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code in accordance with established coding standards.
• Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback to improve code quality.
• Collaborate with team members on bug fixing and issue resolution.
• Learn and apply new programming languages, frameworks, and development tools.
• Contribute to documentation of code and application features.

Requirements

• A strong passion for software development and technology.
• Completion of Grade 12 with a strong aptitude for logical thinking and problem-solving, or a relevant foundational IT qualification.
• Basic knowledge of at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript).
• Understanding of software development lifecycle principles is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong desire to learn and adapt to new technologies in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Fully remote apprenticeship program offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Hands-on experience in professional software development environments.
• Competitive apprentice salary with potential for salary growth based on performance and skill acquisition.
• Mentorship from experienced Software Engineers.
• Opportunities for full-time employment and further professional development upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.