Junior Software Developer: Learn, Build, Grow

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive entry-level salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Mentorship program

Broad tech exposure

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a passionate Junior Software Developer to join our expanding team. This role is ideal for a recent graduate looking to build a strong foundation in software development and work alongside experienced engineers.

You will contribute to design, coding, testing and maintenance across projects, learn coding standards, and benefit from extensive on-the-job mentorship and access to diverse technologies in a collaborative, learning-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Foundational knowledge of at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, C#).
• Understanding of software development principles and methodologies.
• Basic knowledge of databases and SQL is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, coding, testing, and debugging of software applications under the guidance of senior developers.
• Learn and apply programming best practices and coding standards in daily tasks.
• Contribute to the development of new features and the maintenance of existing software systems.
• Participate in team meetings, code reviews, and contribute to project discussions.

Skills

Programming basics

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

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

Job description

Placements24 in Vereeniging is seeking a passionate Junior Software Developer to join our expanding team. This role is ideal for a recent graduate looking to build a strong foundation in software development and work alongside experienced engineers.

You will contribute to design, coding, testing and maintenance across projects, learn coding standards, and benefit from extensive on-the-job mentorship and access to diverse technologies in a collaborative, learning-focused environment.