Senior Software Engineering Tutor

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 413,000 - 579,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates

Hybrid work

Career impact

Dynamic education environment

Curriculum delivery experience

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a Senior Software Engineering Tutor to guide aspiring developers with hands-on support across modern stacks. You will help students tackle coding challenges, debug projects, and complete milestones while preparing them for tech careers.

The role emphasizes one-on-one and group tutoring, career guidance, and contributing to a dynamic educational environment in Gauteng with flexible hybrid scheduling.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a software engineer with full-stack expertise.
• Strong knowledge of at least one major language (JavaScript, Python, or Java).
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Experience in teaching, mentoring, or tutoring software development is advantageous.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience and passion for helping others learn to code in Soweto.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and group tutoring sessions on software engineering concepts and technologies.
• Assist students with debugging code, understanding algorithms, and completing project milestones.
• Facilitate coding practice sessions and code reviews with constructive feedback.
• Guide students on career development, resume building, and interview preparation.

Skills

Full-stack development

JavaScript

Python

Java

Problem-solving

Debugging

Teaching/tutoring

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing tech bootcamp in Soweto , is looking for a highly skilled Senior Software Engineering Tutor to guide and mentor aspiring developers. This role focuses on providing practical, hands-on support to students learning modern software development stacks. You will assist students with coding challenges, debugging, project work, and career preparation, ensuring they gain the confidence and skills needed to enter the tech industry. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the tech talent pipeline in Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and group tutoring sessions on software engineering concepts and technologies.
• Assist students with debugging code, understanding complex algorithms, and completing project milestones.
• Facilitate coding practice sessions and code reviews, providing constructive feedback.
• Answer student questions and clarify technical concepts across various programming languages and frameworks.
• Offer guidance on best practices in software development, including version control and testing.
• Support students with career development advice, including resume building and interview preparation.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a software engineer with expertise in full-stack development.
• Strong knowledge of at least one popular programming language (e.g., JavaScript, Python, Java) and related frameworks.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Prior experience in teaching, mentoring, or tutoring software development is highly advantageous.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience and a passion for helping others learn to code in Soweto .

Benefits

• Competitive contractor rates per hour.
• Flexible scheduling with hybrid working options.
• Opportunity to impact the careers of future tech professionals.
• Work within a dynamic and innovative educational environment.
• Gain experience in curriculum delivery and student mentorship in Gauteng .