Remote Junior Software Engineer

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Remote Junior Software Engineer to join a fast-paced tech startup. This fully remote role invites recent graduates with a solid coding foundation to contribute to cutting-edge software projects and grow within a collaborative engineering team.

You will work with junior-to-senior teammates, gain hands-on experience across the development lifecycle, and participate in an agile environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in CS/Software Engineering or related field.
• Solid understanding of software development principles, data structures, and algorithms.
• Proficiency in at least one modern language (Python, Java, C#, JavaScript).
• Experience with Git and remote collaboration tools is preferred.
• Familiarity with web frameworks such as React, Angular, Node.js, Spring Boot.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy high-quality software code across applications.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and product managers to understand requirements.
• Write clean, maintainable code according to standards.
• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback.
• Debug defects and performance issues, contribute to design of features.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and best practices.
• Document code, designs, and project specifications.
• Work within an agile development methodology and remote team.
• Support continuous improvement of development processes and tools.

Skills

Strong coding foundation

Problem solving

Communication skills

Ability to learn quickly

Team collaboration (remote)

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Engineering or related

Tools

Git

React

Angular

Node.js

Spring Boot

Python

Java

JavaScript

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a fast-paced and innovative tech startup, is seeking a talented and motivated Remote Junior Software Engineer to join their expanding engineering team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will contribute to the development of cutting-edge software solutions, working on challenging projects that push the boundaries of technology. This is an exceptional opportunity for a recent graduate with a strong coding foundation and a passion for software development to grow their skills and make a significant impact within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. We are looking for individuals who are eager to learn, adapt quickly, and contribute fresh perspectives to our development process.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy high-quality software code across various applications.


• Collaborate with senior engineers and product managers to understand requirements and design solutions.


• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code according to established standards.


• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.


• Debug and resolve software defects and performance issues.


• Contribute to the design and architecture of new features and systems.


• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and software development best practices.


• Document code, technical designs, and project specifications.


• Work effectively within an agile development methodology.


• Support the continuous improvement of development processes and tools.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline.


• Solid understanding of software development principles, data structures, and algorithms.


• Proficiency in at least one modern programming language (e.g., Python, Java, C#, JavaScript).


• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).


• Familiarity with web development frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Node.js, Spring Boot) is a plus.


• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, comfortable working in a remote team.


• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies and challenges.


• A proactive attitude and a passion for building great software.


• Must be based in South Africa and eligible to work remotely.

Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and significant opportunities for professional growth and career advancement. You will have the chance to work on exciting and impactful projects with a talented and supportive team, utilizing modern technologies. Enjoy the flexibility and autonomy of a fully remote role, with opportunities for professional development, including access to training, conferences, and workshops. This is an outstanding opportunity for a junior engineer to accelerate their career and make a real difference in the tech industry, all from the convenience of a remote setup.