Junior Web Developer

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Mentorship program

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive salary increases

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Junior Web Developer to join our Soweto-based team. You will learn hands-on, building responsive websites while collaborating with experienced developers to deliver high-quality projects.

Gain exposure to HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, with opportunities to work on front-end and back-end tasks, participate in code reviews, and grow your skillset in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with a JavaScript framework or library (React, Vue, or jQuery).
• Basic understanding of Git.
• Strong problem-solving and willingness to learn.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• A portfolio or examples of personal web projects encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and maintenance of website code using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Collaborate with senior developers on front-end and back-end tasks.
• Test and debug websites for cross-browser compatibility.
• Participate in code reviews and learn from team.
• Contribute to documentation and project tasks.
• Stay current with emerging web development technologies.

Skills

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript

React

Vue

jQuery

Git

Portfolio

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Junior Web Developer to join their growing team in Soweto . This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to kickstart their career in web development and gain hands‑on experience with modern technologies. You will work closely with senior developers to build and maintain responsive websites and web applications, learning best practices in coding and development. The ideal candidate has a foundational understanding of web technologies and a strong desire to learn and grow. You will contribute to various projects, gaining exposure to the full development lifecycle within a supportive and collaborative environment located in Soweto .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and maintenance of website code using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Collaborate with senior developers on front-end and back-end development tasks.
• Help test and debug websites to ensure optimal performance and functionality across different browsers and devices.
• Participate in code reviews and learn from experienced team members.
• Contribute to documentation and project-related tasks as assigned.
• Stay current with emerging web development technologies and trends.

Requirements

• Foundational knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with at least one JavaScript framework or library (e.g., React, Vue, jQuery) is a plus.
• Basic understanding of version control systems like Git.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• A portfolio or examples of personal web development projects are highly encouraged.

Benefits

• Competitive entry‑level salary and opportunities for salary increases based on performance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Structured training and mentorship from experienced developers.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the company.
• A positive and collaborative work environment.