Senior Software Development Trainer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Professional development

Access to tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Software Development Trainer in Randburg to lead internal training initiatives for software engineering teams. This fully remote role focuses on designing, developing, and delivering advanced training programs covering cutting-edge technologies and best practices.

You will mentor developers, stay current with trends, and help raise technical standards across Gauteng and beyond, working in a dynamic environment that values innovation and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field.
• 8+ years of software development with mentoring or training experience.
• Expertise in Java, Python, C# and frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of software architecture, design patterns, and agile methodologies.
• Excellent communication, presentation and instructional design skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive curriculum for software development training.
• Deliver engaging training sessions, live and recorded, for engineers at various levels.
• Create hands-on labs, coding exercises, and assessment materials.
• Stay current with trends and best practices in software development.
• Provide mentorship to junior developers and promote continuous learning.

Skills

Java

Python

C#

Software design patterns

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading technology firm in Randburg , seeks a highly experienced Senior Software Development Trainer to lead their internal training initiatives. This fully remote role involves designing, developing, and delivering advanced training programs for their software engineering teams, covering cutting-edge technologies and best practices. You will play a crucial role in upskilling developers, fostering innovation, and maintaining the high technical standards of the company across Gauteng and beyond. Your expertise will guide the professional growth of engineers within a dynamic, collaborative, and forward-thinking organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop comprehensive curriculum for software development training, focusing on key technologies and methodologies.
• Deliver engaging and effective training sessions, both live and recorded, for software engineers at various experience levels.
• Create hands-on labs, coding exercises, and assessment materials to reinforce learning.
• Stay abreast of emerging software development trends, tools, and best practices, incorporating them into training programs.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill enhancement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in software development, with a significant portion spent in training or mentoring roles.
• Expertise in multiple programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#) and software development frameworks.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and agile methodologies.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and instructional design skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in the tech industry.
• Access to advanced development tools and platforms.
• A stimulating and innovative work environment focused on technological excellence.