Junior Web Developer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Learning & development

Hybrid work arrangements

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Junior Web Developer in East London to join a growing digital team. You will work on front-end and back-end tasks, building responsive websites and applications with modern technologies in a hybrid setup.

The role offers hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and collaboration with experienced developers, supporting career development in a dynamic environment within our East London base.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with at least one backend language (Python, Node.js, PHP) and associated frameworks.
• Understanding of version control systems like Git.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills to effectively collaborate in a hybrid team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain user-friendly, responsive websites and web applications.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code using modern web technologies.
• Collaborate with designers and project managers to implement new features.
• Assist in testing and debugging applications to ensure optimal performance and user experience.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
• Stay current with emerging web development trends and technologies.

Skills

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Backend language

Git

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Web Development

Job description

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and aspiring Junior Web Developer to join their growing digital team. This role is perfect for graduates passionate about front-end and back-end web development, offering hands‑on experience in building and maintaining responsive websites and web applications. You will work alongside experienced developers, contributing to innovative projects and learning best practices in a dynamic setting. We offer a hybrid work environment, allowing for effective collaboration and flexibility, enabling you to grow your technical skills and career within our organization based in East London.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain user‑friendly, responsive websites and web applications.
• Write clean, efficient, and well‑documented code using modern web technologies.
• Collaborate with designers and project managers to implement new features.
• Assist in testing and debugging applications to ensure optimal performance and user experience.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
• Stay current with emerging web development trends and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with at least one back‑end language (e.g., Python, Node.js, PHP) and associated frameworks.
• Understanding of version control systems like Git.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication skills to effectively collaborate in a hybrid team.

Benefits

• Competitive entry‑level salary with regular performance reviews.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.
• A collaborative and innovative team culture.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements.