Remote Junior Software Developer for Growth & Learning

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

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

Remote-first culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Software Developer to join our fully remote team. This role suits a recent graduate or early-career coder who wants hands-on experience across the software development lifecycle.

You will design, code, test, and deploy small to mid-sized features while collaborating with product managers, designers, and senior developers in a remote-first environment. The position emphasizes continuous learning and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Foundational knowledge of programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or JavaScript.
• Understanding of software development principles, data structures, and algorithms.
• Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, essential for remote teamwork.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
• A proactive attitude towards learning new technologies and methodologies.
• Passion for creating high-quality software solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications under the guidance of senior developers.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in accordance with established standards.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and designers, to define software requirements.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
• Assist in the testing and deployment of new features and applications.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and propose improvements.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry best practices.
• Manage individual tasks and project timelines effectively.
• Ensure adherence to security and data privacy principles.

Skills

Java

Python

C#

JavaScript

Git

AWS

Azure

GCP

Data structures & algorithms

Remote teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Equivalent practical experience

Tools

Git

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Software Developer to join our fully remote team. This role suits a recent graduate or early-career coder who wants hands-on experience across the software development lifecycle.

You will design, code, test, and deploy small to mid-sized features while collaborating with product managers, designers, and senior developers in a remote-first environment. The position emphasizes continuous learning and professional growth.