Remote Junior Software Developer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Flexible hours

Learning budget

Tech exposure

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Software Developer to join our fully remote team in South Africa. You will contribute to design, development, testing, and maintenance of web and mobile applications, working with experienced engineers across the full software lifecycle.

You will collaborate with product managers to define requirements, write clean code, participate in code reviews, and help troubleshoot and upgrade existing systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or equivalent practical experience in software development.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, JavaScript, or C#.
• Understanding of data structures and algorithms.
• Familiarity with Git and version control.
• Strong problem-solving and learning mindset.
• Excellent communication for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy high-quality code for web and mobile applications.
• Collaborate with senior developers and product managers to define software requirements.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code according to established standards.
• Participate actively in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software systems.
• Contribute to the documentation of software designs and processes.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Remote collaboration

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE or related field

Tools

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative software solutions provider, is seeking enthusiastic and driven Junior Software Developers to join their fully remote team. This is an exceptional opportunity for aspiring developers to hone their skills in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. You will contribute to the design, development, testing, and maintenance of cutting-edge software applications. Working remotely from anywhere in South Africa , you will collaborate with experienced engineers, participate in code reviews, and contribute to the full software development lifecycle. Our client is committed to fostering talent and providing a supportive platform for continuous learning and professional growth in the field of software engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy high-quality code for web and mobile applications.
• Collaborate with senior developers and product managers to define software requirements.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code according to established standards.
• Participate actively in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software systems.
• Contribute to the documentation of software designs and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language such as Python, Java, JavaScript, or C#.
• Understanding of software development principles, data structures, and algorithms.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for learning new technologies.
• Excellent communication skills for effective remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Continuous learning opportunities and professional development budget.
• Exposure to modern technology stacks and development practices.
• A supportive and inclusive team culture focused on innovation.