Junior Software Developer - Backend Focus

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Mentorship program

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni is seeking a junior software developer focused on backend work to join a growing team. This hybrid role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career developers aiming to build a solid foundation in software engineering.

You will work with experienced developers on design, development, and maintenance of backend systems and APIs, gaining hands-on experience and expanding technical skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/SE or equivalent practical experience.
• Foundational backend development knowledge.
• Experience with at least one backend language (Java, Python, C#).
• Knowledge of SQL/NoSQL and SQL queries.
• Familiarity with Git.
• Strong problem-solving and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, coding, and testing of backend services and APIs.
• Write clean, maintainable code under guidance of senior developers.
• Participate in code reviews and improve code quality.
• Troubleshoot and debug software issues and identify root causes.
• Contribute to database schemas and queries.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate components.

Skills

Backend fundamentals

Java/Python/C#

SQL/NoSQL

Git versioning

Problem solving

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic Junior Software Developer with a focus on backend development to join their growing team in Benoni. This hybrid role is perfect for a recent graduate or early-career developer looking to build a strong foundation in software engineering. You will work alongside experienced developers, contributing to the design, development, and maintenance of backend systems and APIs. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience, learn new technologies, and grow your career in a supportive and challenging environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, coding, and testing of backend services and APIs using modern languages like Java or Python.


• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code under the guidance of senior developers.


• Participate in code reviews, learning from feedback and contributing to code quality.


• Help troubleshoot and debug software issues, identifying root causes and implementing solutions.


• Contribute to the development of database schemas and queries.


• Collaborate with frontend developers and other team members to integrate software components.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.


• Foundational understanding of backend development principles and concepts.


• Exposure to at least one backend programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C#).


• Basic knowledge of databases (SQL or NoSQL) and SQL query writing.


• Familiarity with version control systems, preferably Git.


• Strong problem-solving skills and a keen eagerness to learn and adapt.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and opportunities for salary progression.


• Hybrid work model offering a balance between office and remote work.


• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid and retirement fund.


• Mentorship program and structured training to support career growth in Benoni.


• Collaborative and inclusive team culture focused on learning and development.