Remote Junior Software Engineer Apprentice - Mentored

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 167,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work environment

Structured mentorship program

Comprehensive training in software dev

Access to online learning resources

Career advancement opportunities

Remote-friendly culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a motivated candidate for a Remote Junior Software Engineer Apprenticeship. You will join a distributed engineering team, receiving structured mentorship, training in modern programming languages, and exposure to scalable software projects from your home office.

The role emphasizes learning Agile practices, code quality, and collaborative design decisions. This apprenticeship supports long-term career growth within a remote-first culture.

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in programming concepts and data structures.
• Evidence of proficiency in at least one programming language via projects, coursework, or internships.
• Familiarity with Agile or software development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist design, development, and maintenance of software applications under senior guidance.
• Write clean, documented code in languages such as Python, Java, C++, or JavaScript.
• Participate in full software development lifecycle including planning, coding, testing, and deployment.
• Collaborate with distributed teams using remote communication tools.
• Troubleshoot defects to ensure product quality and stability.
• Contribute to technical discussions and software design decisions.
• Learn and apply industry-standard development practices and tools.
• Engage in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Programming concepts

One programming language

Remote work communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a motivated candidate for a Remote Junior Software Engineer Apprenticeship. You will join a distributed engineering team, receiving structured mentorship, training in modern programming languages, and exposure to scalable software projects from your home office.

The role emphasizes learning Agile practices, code quality, and collaborative design decisions. This apprenticeship supports long-term career growth within a remote-first culture.