Junior Web Developer - Frontend Focus

Placements24; Lenasia; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

On-the-job training

Mentorship

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a motivated Junior Web Developer to join our development team and gain hands-on experience in modern frontend technologies. You will work closely with senior developers to build visually appealing and user-friendly websites and applications.

This entry-level role emphasizes learning and collaboration, offering mentorship, on-the-job training, and opportunities to grow within a supportive, team-oriented environment in Soweto.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with at least one modern frontend framework (e.g., React, Vue.js, Angular) is a plus.
• Knowledge of responsive design principles and mobile-first development.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Strong desire to learn and grow in a professional development environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining responsive user interfaces for web applications.
• Write clean, semantic HTML, CSS, and JavaScript code.
• Collaborate with senior developers and designers to implement new features and improve existing ones.
• Ensure cross-browser compatibility and optimize web pages for speed and performance.
• Participate in code reviews and learn best practices in web development.
• Contribute to testing and debugging efforts to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Skills

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Frontend framework knowledge

Responsive design

Git

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Our client is seeking an eager Junior Web Developer with a strong interest in frontend technologies to join their development team. This role is based in our Soweto office and offers an excellent opportunity to build practical skills in modern web development. You will work under the guidance of senior developers, contributing to the creation of visually appealing and user-friendly websites and web applications. This position is perfect for a motivated individual looking to kickstart their career in a supportive environment and gain hands‑on experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining responsive user interfaces for web applications.
• Write clean, semantic HTML, CSS, and JavaScript code.
• Collaborate with senior developers and designers to implement new features and improve existing ones.
• Ensure cross-browser compatibility and optimize web pages for speed and performance.
• Participate in code reviews and learn best practices in web development.
• Contribute to testing and debugging efforts to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with at least one modern frontend framework (e.g., React, Vue.js, Angular) is a plus.
• Knowledge of responsive design principles and mobile-first development.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git .
• Strong desire to learn and grow in a professional development environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Competitive entry-level salary and clear career progression path.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• On‑the-job training and mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Exposure to modern web development technologies and practices.
• A dynamic and supportive team environment in Soweto .