Junior Web Developer

Boardroom Appointments; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardroom Appointments is seeking a Junior Web Developer to join a dynamic team and collaborate with experienced developers on designing, developing, and maintaining web applications.

This role is ideal for a recent IT graduate or someone with limited professional experience who wants to gain practical knowledge and contribute to ongoing web projects. You will learn best practices, work across front-end and back-end tasks, and grow with the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT or related field.
• Experience with front-end frameworks such as React, Angular or Vue.js is a plus.
• Familiarity with Git and issue tracking tools.
• Basic understanding of back-end technologies like PHP, Node.js or Python would be beneficial.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to identify and resolve web development issues.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to project success.
• Excellent communication skills to convey technical concepts effectively.
• Eagerness to learn and expand knowledge of web development and related technologies.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior developers to translate requirements into web applications.
• Learn and apply best practices for accessibility and performance optimization.
• Assist in integrating server-side technologies and APIs to enhance functionality.
• Contribute to testing efforts to identify and fix bugs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for seamless integration of components.
• Stay updated with latest trends in web development and related technologies.
• Communicate progress and seek guidance when needed.
• Assist in documenting technical specifications and manuals.

Skills

React

Git

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT

Tools

Git

Node.js

PHP

Job description

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic Junior Web Developer to join our dynamic team. As a Junior Web Developer, you will collaborate with experienced developers to design, develop, and maintain web applications. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent IT graduate or someone with limited professional experience in web development to gain practical knowledge and contribute to our web projects.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with senior developers to understand project requirements and assist in translating them into well-structured web applications.
• Learn and apply best practices for web development, including accessibility and performance optimization.
• Assist in integrating server-side technologies and APIs to enhance functionality.
• Contribute to testing efforts to ensure quality and identify and fix bugs or issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of web components and functionality.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in web development and related technologies.
• Communicate effectively with team members, actively seeking guidance when needed and providing updates on progress.
• Assist in the documentation of technical specifications, user manuals, and other relevant materials.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Knowledge of front-end frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js is a plus.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git and issue tracking tools.
• Basic understanding of back-end technologies like PHP, Node.js, or Python would be beneficial.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to identify and resolve web development issues.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to project success.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively convey technical concepts and ideas.
• Eagerness to learn and expand knowledge of web development and related technologies.
• Any prior experience or internships involving web development would be a plus, but not required.