Graduate Software Developer (Backend)

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend during internship

Mentorship from senior engineers

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Graduate Software Developer for an internship in George, Western Cape. You will join a supportive team and work on backend services, APIs, and scalable applications while learning from experienced engineers.

This entry-level role emphasizes mentorship, practical coding experience, and exposure to modern development practices, agile workflows, and deployment processes, with opportunities for growth into a full-time position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, SE, IT or related field.
• Solid understanding of backend concepts.
• Proficiency in Java, Python, Node.js or C#.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Knowledge of RESTful API design.
• Familiarity with Git version control.
• Strong analytical and teamwork skills.
• Eligible to work in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing, coding, testing, and debugging backend services and APIs.
• Collaborate with frontend developers and product managers to integrate server-side logic with UI.
• Write clean, maintainable code following established standards.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure quality and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to database schemas and queries maintenance.
• Help troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues.
• Learn and apply new technologies relevant to backend development.
• Assist in deploying applications to production and staging environments.
• Document technical designs, API specs, and system architecture.
• Engage in agile processes, including sprint planning and daily stand-ups.

Skills

Backend programming

Java

Python

Node.js

C#

REST APIs

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

REST

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing technology firm specializing in cloud-based solutions, is seeking an enthusiastic Graduate Software Developer to join their innovative team based in George, Western Cape. This is a fantastic entry-level position designed for individuals passionate about backend development and eager to build a successful career in software engineering. You will be part of a supportive and collaborative environment, working on challenging projects that have a real impact. The role involves working alongside experienced developers, learning best practices, and contributing to the design, development, and deployment of scalable applications. Our client is dedicated to nurturing talent and provides excellent opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement. This is an ideal stepping stone for a motivated graduate looking to dive deep into the world of backend systems and contribute to building robust software solutions. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of our client's technological offerings.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in designing, coding, testing, and debugging backend services and APIs.
• Collaborate with frontend developers and product managers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following established coding standards.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge with the team.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of database schemas and queries.
• Help troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues.
• Learn and apply new technologies and programming languages relevant to backend development.
• Assist in deploying applications to production and staging environments.
• Document technical designs, API specifications, and system architecture.
• Engage in agile development processes, including sprint planning and daily stand-ups.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of backend programming concepts and principles.
• Proficiency in at least one backend programming language such as Java, Python, Node.js, or C#.
• Familiarity with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
• Knowledge of API design principles (RESTful APIs).
• Basic understanding of version control systems like Git.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Must be eligible to work in South Africa.

Benefits

• Stipend during the internship period with potential for full-time employment.
• Mentorship from senior software engineers.
• Access to online learning platforms and training resources.
• Exposure to modern software development methodologies and tools.
• Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful projects in the tech industry.
• Collaborative and innovative work culture in George.
• Networking opportunities within the tech community.
• Gain valuable practical experience in backend development.
• Contribution to meaningful software products.