Senior Software Development Instructor

Placements24; Pretoria; Híbrido; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Modern training facility

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Software Development Instructor for its Pretoria-based educational technology team. You will deliver immersive bootcamps, mentor students, and guide learners through challenging coding problems in a hybrid setting that blends on-site classes with remote support.

You will develop and update course materials, assess progress, and collaborate with curriculum designers to keep content current with industry trends, while helping students become job-ready through

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• 7+ years of professional software development experience.
• Experience teaching, training, or mentoring junior developers.
• Proficiency in Python, JavaScript, Java.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver high-quality instruction across software development disciplines.
• Develop and update course materials, coding exercises, and projects.
• Provide individualized mentorship and career guidance to students.
• Facilitate hands-on coding sessions and practical workshops, on-site and remotely.
• Evaluate student progress through assignments and assessments.
• Collaborate with curriculum designers to keep content relevant.

Conocimientos

Python

JavaScript

Java

Teaching/Mentoring

Curriculum delivery

Communication

Educación

Bachelor's in CS/SE or equivalent

Herramientas

Git

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Development Instructor to join their educational technology team based in Pretoria . This role focuses on training aspiring software developers through immersive bootcamps and ongoing educational programs. You will be responsible for curriculum delivery, student mentorship, and guiding learners through complex coding challenges. The position involves a hybrid work model, blending on-site instruction with remote support and content development, fostering a practical and engaging learning experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction in various software development disciplines, including web development, mobile development, and data structures.
• Develop and update course materials, coding exercises, and project assignments to reflect industry best practices.
• Provide individualized mentorship and career guidance to students, assisting them with technical challenges and job readiness.
• Facilitate hands-on coding sessions and practical workshops, both in-person and virtually.
• Evaluate student progress through coding assignments, projects, and assessments.
• Collaborate with curriculum designers to ensure course content remains relevant and up-to-date with industry trends.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in software development.
• Proven experience in teaching, training, or mentoring junior developers.
• Strong proficiency in multiple programming languages (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Java) and development frameworks.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Experience with agile development methodologies and version control systems (e.g., Git).

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in emerging technologies.
• Hybrid work environment offering a balance of remote and on-site work.
• Access to a modern training facility and cutting-edge development tools.
• A dynamic and supportive team culture passionate about education.