Junior Software Engineer

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical & dental

Mentorship program

Training resources

Inclusive culture

Diverse projects

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a motivated Junior Software Engineer to join our development team in Tembisa. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in software development, working with senior engineers on real projects.

You will assist in design, coding, testing, and debugging under guidance, contributing to documentation and learning new technologies in a collaborative environment. This is ideal for recent graduates eager to grow their skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Foundational knowledge of Java, Python, or C#.
• Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming principles.
• Familiarity with Git and version control.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, coding, and debugging of software applications under guidance of senior developers.
• Participate in full software development lifecycle: requirements, implementation, testing, deployment.
• Write clean, efficient, and testable code following coding standards.
• Collaborate with team to resolve technical issues and implement new features.
• Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Learn and apply new technologies to improve product quality and team efficiency.

Skills

Java

Python

C#

Data Structures

Algorithms

OOP

Git

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Junior Software Engineer to join their innovative development team based in Tembisa . This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional to gain hands-on experience in software development within a supportive and collaborative environment. You will work closely with senior engineers on various projects, contributing to the design, development, and testing of software solutions. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, passionate about technology, and keen to grow their skills in a practical, real-world setting, contributing to the development of impactful applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, coding, and debugging of software applications under the guidance of senior developers.
• Participate in the entire software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, implementation, testing, and deployment.
• Write and maintain clean, efficient, and testable code adhering to established coding standards.
• Collaborate with team members to resolve technical issues and implement new features.
• Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Learn and apply new technologies and development practices to improve product quality and team efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Foundational knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Python, or C#.
• Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming principles.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Good problem-solving skills and a keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities, with a willingness to learn and adapt.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and potential for performance-based increases.
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance plans.
• Structured mentorship program to accelerate professional growth.
• Access to internal training and development resources.
• A positive and inclusive team culture focused on collaboration and learning.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging software projects.