Graduate Software Developer

Placements24; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Cutting-edge technologies exposure

Mentorship program

Professional development opportunities

Inclusive, collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Johannesburg is seeking ambitious Graduate Software Developers to join a dynamic team. Recent graduates will contribute to the full software development lifecycle, work with mentors, and grow within a leading tech organization.

You will collaborate with senior developers, participate in agile processes, and pursue professional development while building high-quality software solutions that impact client operations and customer engagement strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Foundational knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript.
• Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming concepts.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a strong desire to learn new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior developers to design, code, test, and debug software applications.
• Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following established coding standards.
• Assist in the maintenance and enhancement of existing software systems.
• Contribute to the development of technical documentation and user guides.

Skills

Java

Python

C#

JavaScript

OOP concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering

Tools

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking ambitious and technically inclined Graduate Software Developers to join their dynamic team in Johannesburg . This is an exceptional opportunity for recent graduates to kick-start their careers in a supportive environment where innovation and continuous learning are highly valued. You will be involved in the full software development lifecycle, contributing to exciting projects that have a real impact on our client's business operations and customer engagement strategies. We are looking for candidates with a strong foundational understanding of programming principles and a passion for building high-quality software solutions, eager to learn from experienced mentors and grow within a leading tech organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior developers to design, code, test, and debug software applications.
• Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following established coding standards.
• Assist in the maintenance and enhancement of existing software systems.
• Contribute to the development of technical documentation and user guides.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Foundational knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript.
• Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming concepts.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a strong desire to learn new technologies.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and annual performance reviews.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and modern development methodologies.
• Mentorship program with experienced software engineers.
• Opportunities for professional development and further certifications.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment in the heart of Johannesburg.