Remote Junior Software Engineer: Growth & Learning

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Online learning

Global projects

Remote culture

Home office allowance

Virtual team building

Job summary

Placements24 client, a pioneering technology firm, is seeking motivated Junior Software Developers to join their fully remote South Africa team. This is an exceptional opportunity for graduates to start a career in software development, designing, coding, and maintaining innovative solutions from anywhere in SA.

You will work with experienced engineers across the full software lifecycle in a remote-first culture that supports learning, collaboration, and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Solid understanding of fundamental programming concepts and data structures.
• Experience with at least one modern programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C#, JavaScript).
• Familiarity with version control systems, such as Git.
• Basic understanding of SDLC and agile methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills, especially in a remote setting.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy high-quality code for multiple software applications.
• Collaborate with senior developers and product managers to define software requirements and specifications.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
• Contribute to the design and architecture of new features and applications.
• Write clear, concise, and well-documented code.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Actively participate in team meetings and contribute to agile development processes.

Skills

Java

Python

JavaScript

C#

Git

SDLC & Agile

Remote communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Tools

Git

Job description

Placements24 client, a pioneering technology firm, is seeking motivated Junior Software Developers to join their fully remote South Africa team. This is an exceptional opportunity for graduates to start a career in software development, designing, coding, and maintaining innovative solutions from anywhere in SA.

You will work with experienced engineers across the full software lifecycle in a remote-first culture that supports learning, collaboration, and flexible schedules.