Junior Software Developer - WhatJobs Direct

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 220,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Mentorship from experienced developers

Career growth opportunity

Modern tech stack

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a Junior Software Developer to join our Durban-based technical team. This role offers hands-on experience across the full software development lifecycle, working on innovative projects that contribute to our client's digital solutions.

The position blends office collaboration with remote work, enabling a dynamic and modern working arrangement for a budding developer. You will collaborate with senior developers, participate in code reviews, and contribute to design

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in CS or software engineering.
• Proficiency in Java, Python, or C# with OO principles.
• Familiarity with Git and basic SQL databases.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Write clean, maintainable code and follow best practices.
• Collaborate with senior developers to implement features.
• Participate in code reviews and debugging.
• Develop unit tests for reliability.
• Work with databases and APIs to integrate components.

Skills

Java

Python

C#

JavaScript

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Git

SQL

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, a pioneering force in the digital solutions landscape, is seeking a motivated Junior Software Developer to join their growing technical team in Durban . This role offers an exceptional opportunity for a budding developer to gain hands-on experience across the full software development lifecycle. You will be working on innovative projects that contribute to our client's cutting-edge products and services. This position combines the collaborative benefits of an office environment with the flexibility of remote work, offering a dynamic and modern working arrangement. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about coding, possess a strong foundation in software principles, and are eager to contribute to a forward-thinking organization. This role is an excellent entry point into the professional software development world in the thriving coastal city of Durban .

Key Responsibilities

• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code in accordance with best practices.
• Collaborate with senior developers and designers to implement new features.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge.
• Assist in debugging and resolving software defects.
• Contribute to the design and architecture of software solutions.
• Develop and execute unit tests to ensure application reliability.
• Work with databases and APIs to integrate various system components.
• Document technical designs and implementation details.
• Support the testing and deployment processes.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and development trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C#, JavaScript).
• Understanding of object-oriented programming principles.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Basic knowledge of database systems (e.g., SQL, NoSQL).
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks.
• Understanding of web development frameworks is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive contractor rate.
• Exposure to a wide range of modern technologies and frameworks.
• Mentorship from experienced software architects and developers.
• Opportunity to work on impactful and innovative projects in Durban .
• Hybrid work model for enhanced work-life integration.
• Potential for long-term engagement and further career growth.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Access to professional development opportunities.
• Contribution to a company that values innovation.