Junior Web Developer

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Training & development resources

Remote-first culture

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Web Developer to join their innovative, fully remote team. You will work on responsive websites and apps, collaborating with designers and senior developers from anywhere in Port Elizabeth.

The role offers opportunities to sharpen front-end and back-end skills, write clean code in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and a backend language, and participate in code reviews. A remote-first culture includes training resources and bonuses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in CS/web development or related field.
• Foundational knowledge of front-end technologies: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+).
• Familiarity with at least one back-end language and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain responsive, user-friendly websites and web applications.
• Write clean, efficient code in HTML, CSS, JavaScript and a back-end language.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes into functional interfaces.
• Assist in debugging and troubleshooting to ensure optimal performance.

Skills

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript ES6+

Back-end language knowledge

Responsive design

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Web Development or related field

Tools

Git

REST APIs

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an ambitious and creative Junior Web Developer to join their innovative, fully remote team. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about building engaging web experiences and eager to hone their front-end and back-end development skills. You will collaborate with designers and senior developers to bring web projects to life, working on a variety of applications and platforms. This is an excellent opportunity to grow your technical expertise in a flexible, remote-first culture, making a tangible impact on our digital presence from anywhere in Port Elizabeth .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain responsive, user-friendly websites and web applications.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and a back-end language (e.g., Python, Node.js).
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes and mockups into functional web interfaces.
• Assist in debugging and troubleshooting website issues to ensure optimal performance and user experience.
• Participate in code reviews and team meetings to share knowledge and best practices.
• Stay updated with emerging web development trends and technologies.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Web Development, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Foundational knowledge of front-end technologies: HTML5 , CSS3 , and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Familiarity with at least one back-end programming language and associated frameworks.
• Understanding of responsive design principles and cross-browser compatibility.
• Basic knowledge of version control systems like Git .
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a passion for continuous learning in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and opportunities for performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive training and professional development resources.
• Exposure to modern web development stacks and methodologies.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering flexibility and autonomy.
• A collaborative and supportive virtual team environment focused on innovation.