Junior Software Developer - Graduate Program

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive internship stipend

Mentorship from experienced software\

Job summary

Placements24 is offering a Junior Software Developer position through a graduate program in East London. This role is ideal for recent graduates or early-career developers to gain hands-on experience, learn essential programming skills, and work with experienced mentors on real-world projects.

You will contribute to developing and testing software components, participate in code reviews, and collaborate with the broader engineering team, with a pathway to potential full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a closely related field.
• Basic understanding of programming principles.
• Familiarity with at least one programming language such as Python, Java, or C# is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of software features under the guidance of senior developers.
• Write clean, understandable, and testable code for assigned modules or tasks.
• Participate actively in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback.
• Perform basic testing and debugging of software components to identify and resolve issues.
• Collaborate with team members on project tasks and documentation.
• Learn and apply new technologies and development methodologies relevant to the role.

Skills

Programming principles

Python

Java

C#

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a closely related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is excited to offer a Junior Software Developer position through their graduate program in East London . This is an ideal opportunity for recent graduates or individuals early in their career to gain hands-on experience in software development. You will work alongside experienced mentors, contributing to real-world projects and learning essential programming skills. This role focuses on developing and testing software components, participating in code reviews, and collaborating with the wider engineering team. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals eager to learn, grow, and make a meaningful contribution to our innovative projects, fostering a strong foundation for a successful career in technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of software features under the guidance of senior developers.
• Write clean, understandable, and testable code for assigned modules or tasks.
• Participate actively in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback.
• Perform basic testing and debugging of software components to identify and resolve issues.
• Collaborate with team members on project tasks and documentation.
• Learn and apply new technologies and development methodologies relevant to the role.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a closely related field.
• Basic understanding of programming principles and concepts.
• Familiarity with at least one programming language such as Python, Java, or C# is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Eagerness to contribute and grow within a professional software development environment.

Benefits

• Competitive internship stipend.
• Exposure to real-world software development projects and industry best practices.
• Mentorship from experienced software engineers.
• Potential for full-time employment upon successful completion of the program.
• A hybrid work arrangement providing a balance of in-office and remote work in East London .