Junior Software Developer Apprentice

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 78,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive stipend

Mentorship from senior developers

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Software Developer Apprentice to join our remote-first team. This role offers practical experience, mentorship from senior developers, and exposure to diverse software projects in a supportive environment.

You will work on designing, coding, testing, and debugging, while learning back-end and front-end development in Python, Java, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. This is a great starting point for a tech career with clear progression to a full-time role.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of programming fundamentals.
• Experience with at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, C++).
• Familiarity with Git version control.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing, coding, testing, and debugging software applications.
• Learn and implement back-end development using languages like Python or Java.
• Contribute to front-end development using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks.
• Participate in code reviews, offering and receiving constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and deliver solutions.
• Document code and technical specifications accurately.

Skills

Programming fundamentals

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Pursuing computer science degree

Tools

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a promising and motivated Junior Software Developer Apprentice to join their innovative, fully remote team. This is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart a career in software development, gaining practical experience by working on cutting-edge projects. You will collaborate with experienced engineers, learn modern development methodologies, and contribute to building robust applications. This role is ideal for individuals with a solid foundation in programming logic and a passion for technology, eager to grow their skills in a supportive, remote-first environment. Our client is dedicated to nurturing talent and offering a clear trajectory for career advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in designing, coding, testing, and debugging software applications.
• Learn and implement back-end development using languages like Python or Java.
• Contribute to front-end development using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks.
• Participate in code reviews, offering and receiving constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and deliver solutions.
• Document code and technical specifications accurately.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; pursuing or completion of a computer science or related degree/certification is highly desirable.
• Solid understanding of programming fundamentals and data structures.
• Experience with at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, C++).
• Familiarity with version control systems such as Git.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills suitable for a remote team.

Benefits

• Competitive monthly stipend with potential for salary increases.
• Comprehensive training program and mentorship from senior developers.
• Exposure to diverse software development projects and technologies.
• Flexible working hours within a fully remote setting.
• Clear pathway for career growth into a full-time Software Developer role.