Junior Web Developer Apprentice - Cape Town

Placements24; Cape Town; Sur place; ZAR 67 000 - 112 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Structured training program

Mentorship from experienced developers

Hands-on experience with real-worldWeb

Exposure to agile development

Industry-recognized certifications

Potential for permanent position

Competitive remuneration package

Collaborative team culture

Development of technical skills

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a motivated Junior Web Developer Apprentice. You will learn by building real-world web applications under the guidance of senior developers, with a structured training path in modern web technologies.

The role emphasizes collaboration, front-end basics (HTML, CSS, JavaScript), and opportunities to contribute to back-end tasks, databases, and code reviews in a dynamic, agile office environment.

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
• Basic familiarity with at least one back-end language (Python, PHP, Node.js) is a plus.
• Understanding of version control systems like Git.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Matric certificate or equivalent.
• A degree or diploma in Computer Science or related field is advantageous.
• Must be legally eligible to work in South Africa.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.

Responsabilités

• Assist in the design, coding, testing, and debugging of web applications.
• Collaborate with senior developers to understand project requirements and specifications.
• Learn and implement front-end development using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Support back-end development tasks using relevant programming languages and frameworks.
• Contribute to database design and management.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure quality and adherence to standards.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving software defects and issues.
• Stay updated with emerging web development technologies and best practices.
• Document code and project progress as required.
• Work closely with UI/UX designers to translate visual concepts into functional web interfaces.

Connaissances

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Formation

Matric or equivalent

CS degree or diploma (advantage)

Outils

Git

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a leading software development house located in beautiful Cape Town , is actively seeking a motivated and tech-savvy Junior Web Developer Apprentice. This role is perfect for individuals who are passionate about coding and eager to kickstart a career in web development. You will be an integral part of our client's development team, contributing to innovative projects and learning from experienced senior developers. This apprenticeship offers a structured learning path, combining practical experience with foundational knowledge in modern web technologies. The position is based at our client's state-of-the-art offices in the city, providing a dynamic and collaborative workspace. If you have a foundational understanding of programming and a burning desire to build impactful websites and applications, this is the opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, coding, testing, and debugging of web applications.
• Collaborate with senior developers to understand project requirements and specifications.
• Learn and implement front-end development using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Support back-end development tasks using relevant programming languages and frameworks.
• Contribute to database design and management.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure quality and adherence to standards.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving software defects and issues.
• Stay updated with emerging web development technologies and best practices.
• Document code and project progress as required.
• Work closely with UI/UX designers to translate visual concepts into functional web interfaces.

Requirements

• A strong passion for web development and a foundational understanding of programming concepts.
• Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with at least one back-end language (e.g., Python, PHP, Node.js) is a plus.
• Understanding of version control systems like Git.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
• A matric certificate or equivalent.
• A degree or diploma in Computer Science or a related field is advantageous.
• Must be legally eligible to work in South Africa .
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.

Benefits

• Structured training program designed for apprentices.
• Mentorship from experienced web developers in Cape Town .
• Hands-on experience with real-world web development projects.
• Exposure to a professional and agile development environment.
• Opportunity to gain industry-recognized certifications.
• Potential for a permanent position upon successful completion.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• Collaborative team culture focused on innovation and learning.
• Development of highly sought-after technical skills.