Remote Junior Software Developer Apprenticeship

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 76,000 - 92,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Remote work

Mentorship

Training

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom offers a Remote Junior Software Developer Apprenticeship designed for individuals passionate about technology and eager to launch a career in software development. You will join a supportive virtual team, mentored by experienced developers, and follow a structured learning path covering coding best practices and collaboration in a digital environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on practice, agile methods, and real-world projects, with full remote work and an annual stipend.

Qualifications

• Completed matric with strong math foundation.
• Familiarity with Python or JavaScript.
• Strong problem-solving and remote communication.
• Interest in software development and learning.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, and testing of software applications under guidance.
• Write clean, maintainable code in Python or JavaScript.
• Participate in virtual team meetings, code reviews, and project discussions.
• Learn agile methodologies and Git.
• Troubleshoot and debug software issues.
• Contribute to technical documentation.

Skills

Python

JavaScript

Java

Education

Completed matric / Grade 12

Tools

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is thrilled to offer a Remote Junior Software Developer Apprenticeship based in Welkom , designed for individuals passionate about technology and eager to launch a career in software development. This fully remote position allows you to learn and grow from the comfort of your home, contributing to real-world projects and gaining invaluable industry experience. You will be part of a supportive virtual team, mentored by experienced developers, and guided through a structured learning path covering coding best practices, problem-solving, and collaboration in a digital environment. This is an exceptional opportunity to build a strong foundation in software engineering without geographical constraints.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, development, and testing of software applications under guidance.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in programming languages such as Python or JavaScript.
• Participate actively in virtual team meetings, code reviews, and project discussions.
• Learn and apply agile development methodologies and version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Troubleshoot and debug software issues reported by team members or testers.
• Contribute to the development of technical documentation and knowledge base articles.

Requirements

• A strong passion for programming and software development.
• Completed matric with a solid understanding of mathematics.
• Familiarity with at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript) is advantageous.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and logical thinking ability.
• Effective communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Self-motivated and disciplined to work effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Annual stipend of R84,000, paid monthly, with potential for increase.
• Full remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive training in modern software development practices and technologies.
• Mentorship from senior software engineers in a supportive virtual environment.
• Opportunity to work on challenging and innovative projects.