Junior Web Development Trainee

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Mentorship from experienced developers

Portfolio projects

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Junior Web Development Trainee to join an entirely remote team. This entry-level position focuses on learning and growth with structured training in front-end and back-end development on real-world projects.

You will be guided by experienced developers, participate in code reviews, and gain exposure to professional software workflows while building a portfolio of completed work.

Qualifications

• Fundamental web development concepts in HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
• Ability to learn and apply coding practices in a real project.
• Strong problem-solving and collaboration in a remote team.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply fundamentals of web development across front-end and back-end.
• Collaborate with designers and developers in a virtual setting.
• Assist in building and maintaining web projects and fixes.
• Participate in code reviews and learn from senior developers.
• Contribute to project planning discussions and documentation.

Skills

Web development basics

Teamwork & communication

Adaptability

Education

Matric/Grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a motivated Junior Web Development Trainee to join their entirely remote team. This is an excellent entry-level opportunity for individuals passionate about coding and web technologies. You will receive structured training in front-end and back-end development, working on real-world projects under the guidance of experienced developers. This role emphasizes learning and growth, providing the foundational skills necessary for a successful career in web development. Our client is committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive remote work environment where trainees can thrive and contribute from day one, ensuring a comprehensive and engaging learning experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn and apply fundamental web development principles and languages (HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
• Assist in building and maintaining responsive websites and web applications.
• Participate in code reviews and learn from constructive feedback from senior developers.
• Help debug and resolve issues in existing codebases.
• Collaborate with designers and other developers on feature implementation.
• Contribute to team discussions and project planning meetings in a virtual setting.

Requirements

• A keen interest in web development and a passion for technology.
• Basic understanding of programming concepts.
• Familiarity with at least one programming language is a plus, but not required.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• A matric certificate or equivalent qualification.

Benefits

• Comprehensive technical training in modern web development stacks.
• Mentorship from experienced web developers.
• Exposure to professional software development workflows and tools.
• Opportunity to build a portfolio of completed projects.
• Potential for advancement into a junior developer role upon successful completion.