Remote Graduate Software Engineer: Learn & Build

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first culture

Flexible working hours

Online learning platforms

Mentorship from experiencedprofessiona

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking enthusiastic Graduate Software Developers for a fully remote role. This opportunity targets new graduates eager to apply academic knowledge to real projects and build a successful career in tech.

You will collaborate with a diverse team, learn modern development practices, and contribute to cutting-edge projects from your home office. You will gain exposure to multiple development methodologies, work on high‑quality software, and participate in sprint planning and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Strong foundation in Python, Java, C++, or JavaScript.
• Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and OOP principles.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities for remote work.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Proactive attitude and eagerness to learn.
• Passion for technology and software development.
• Prior internship or project experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior developers and cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy high-quality software solutions.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code in accordance with best practices and coding standards.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge.
• Assist in troubleshooting and debugging software defects and provide timely resolutions.
• Contribute to the development of automated testing frameworks and scripts.
• Engage in continuous learning to stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Document technical specifications, design documents, and user guides.
• Adhere to agile development methodologies and participate in sprint planning and retrospectives.
• Provide support for deployed applications and contribute to ongoing improvements.
• Actively participate in team meetings and contribute to a positive remote work environment.

Skills

Python

Java

C++

JavaScript

Data structures

Algorithms

OOP concepts

Git

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field

Tools

Git

Job description

Placements24 is seeking enthusiastic Graduate Software Developers for a fully remote role. This opportunity targets new graduates eager to apply academic knowledge to real projects and build a successful career in tech.

You will collaborate with a diverse team, learn modern development practices, and contribute to cutting-edge projects from your home office. You will gain exposure to multiple development methodologies, work on high‑quality software, and participate in sprint planning and