Junior Software Developer

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Mentorship program

Structured training

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Exposure to projects

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking a Junior Software Developer to join their growing IT team. The hybrid role offers hands-on experience and collaboration with experienced professionals to kick‑start a career in software development.

You will contribute to design, development, and testing, write clean code, participate in code reviews, and help troubleshoot defects while learning new languages and frameworks through mentorship and structured training.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree or diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of programming concepts and experience with at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, C#).
• Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, and testing of software applications under the guidance of senior developers.
• Write clean, readable, and maintainable code for various software modules.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team discussions on technical solutions.
• Help troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues.
• Learn and apply new programming languages, frameworks, and development methodologies.
• Document code and development processes as required.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Computer Science/Information Technology

Tools

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic Junior Software Developer to join their growing IT department in Richards Bay . This hybrid role provides an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to kick‑start their career in software development, working alongside experienced professionals. You will contribute to the development of innovative software solutions, learn new technologies, and gain hands‑on experience in a supportive team environment. We are seeking a candidate with a strong foundation in programming principles and a passion for coding.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, and testing of software applications under the guidance of senior developers.
• Write clean, readable, and maintainable code for various software modules.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team discussions on technical solutions.
• Help troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues.
• Learn and apply new programming languages, frameworks, and development methodologies.
• Document code and development processes as required.

Requirements

• A relevant degree or diploma in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of programming concepts and experience with at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, C#).
• Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC) and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies.

Benefits

• Competitive entry‑level salary and potential for annual increases.
• Comprehensive medical and other insurance benefits.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering a blend of office and remote work.
• Mentorship program and structured training to accelerate skill development.
• Exposure to a variety of software development projects.
• Positive and supportive team culture.