Remote Junior Software Developer Apprenticeship

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote training

Apprenticeship stipend

Hands-on experience

Possible full-time role

Remote-first culture

Job summary

Placements24 is offering a Remote Junior Software Developer Apprenticeship based in Vereeniging, with full remote work. Participants will learn to build, test, and deploy applications under senior mentors, gaining hands-on experience in modern technologies.

The program emphasizes learning SDLC and agile methods, collaborating with a distributed team, and the potential to move into a full-time junior developer role after completion. Stipend is provided while training remotely.

Qualifications

• Matric certificate with strong results in Mathematics or Computer Science.
• Demonstrated passion for programming and problem-solving through personal projects or online courses.
• A reliable internet connection and a suitable home workspace.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a distributed team.
• Proactive learner with a strong desire to acquire new technical skills.
• Comfortable with remote collaboration tools and asynchronous communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of web applications using languages like Python, Java, or JavaScript.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following established standards.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team discussions on technical solutions.
• Learn and apply principles of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
• Collaborate with remote team members using digital communication tools and platforms.
• Contribute to testing, debugging, and troubleshooting of software modules.

Skills

Strong problem solving

Effective communication

Proactive learner

Remote collaboration

Education

Matric certificate (Math or CS)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking eager and tech-savvy individuals to join their Remote Junior Software Developer Apprenticeship program, based in Vereeniging but operating fully remotely. This apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in software development, learning to build, test, and deploy applications from the comfort of your home. You will work with modern technologies and methodologies, contributing to real projects under the guidance of experienced senior developers and mentors. This program is designed for aspiring developers who are passionate about coding and ready to kickstart their tech careers in a flexible, digital-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of web applications using languages like Python, Java, or JavaScript.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following established standards.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team discussions on technical solutions.
• Learn and apply principles of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
• Collaborate with remote team members using digital communication tools and platforms.
• Contribute to testing, debugging, and troubleshooting of software modules.

Requirements

• Matric certificate with strong results in Mathematics or Computer Science.
• Demonstrated passion for programming and problem-solving through personal projects or online courses.
• A reliable internet connection and a suitable home workspace.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a distributed team.
• Proactive learner with a strong desire to acquire new technical skills.
• Comfortable with remote collaboration tools and asynchronous communication.

Benefits

• Comprehensive remote training and mentorship program.
• Stipend provided throughout the apprenticeship duration.
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies.
• Pathway to a potential full-time junior developer role upon successful completion.
• Flexible working hours within a remote-first company culture.