Junior Software Engineer

SUMMARY:
A well-established company based in North Riding, Gauteng is seeking a Junior Software Engineer to join their team.

In this role you will support in the design, development, and implementation of software solutions under the guidance and supervision of senior software engineers.

POSITION INFO:

Requirements:

• 0 – 3 years’ work experience in a similar environment
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Previous experience with internships, personal projects, or contributions to open-source projects. One-year work experience in a similar environment is desirable.
• Solid understanding of software development principles, data structures, and algorithms.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g. C#, Java).
• Knowledge of web development technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and frameworks (Blazor) is a plus.
• Familiarity with relational databases and SQL.
• Basic understanding of version control systems (DevOps is beneficial) and software development tools (IDEs, etc.).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyse and debug code.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a team.
• Eagerness to learn and stay up to date with new technologies and development methodologies.

• Self-motivated: Have the ability to work in a dynamic environment.
• Learning mindset: Demonstrating a strong desire to learn and improve is crucial.
• Adaptability: The ability to adapt to changing project requirements, technologies, and team dynamics is important.
• Problem-solving: Should have a logical and analytical approach to problem-solving. Being able to break down complex issues, identify root causes.
• Attention to detail: Have a keen eye for detail. Paying attention to small details while writing code, reviewing code, and performing testing ensuring the quality and reliability of the software solutions.
• Team player: Contribute to the success of the team as a whole.
• Time management: Should possess good time management skills to meet deadlines and deliver projects on time. Prioritizing tasks, managing workload efficiently, and being proactive in seeking assistance when needed.
• Communication skills: Should be able to articulate their ideas, ask questions when needed, and seek clarification to ensure a shared understanding among team members.
• Initiative: Be proactive in seeking opportunities to contribute, learn, and improve.
• Professionalism: Demonstrating professionalism in all aspects of work, including punctuality, respecting deadlines, maintaining confidentiality, and being accountable for one's actions.
• Positive attitude: A positive and optimistic attitude can greatly contribute to a healthy work environment. It promotes teamwork, encourages creativity, and helps in overcoming challenges with resilience.
• Experience with the use of the relevant software development environments.
• Technically proficient in the following:
• Maui / Xamarin
• C#
• SQL

• Blazor
• Javascript
• jQuery
• CSS
• AJAX
• JSON
• Figma
• Docker

• Collaborate with senior developers to understand project requirements and assist in the design and development of software solutions. Requires a good understanding of procedures and concepts within own discipline.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following coding standards and best practices that will perform consistently in specified operating environments within agreed timelines/budgets.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and scalability.
• Assist in troubleshooting and debugging software issues, identifying and resolving defects and performance bottlenecks.
• Contribute to the development of software documentation, including technical specifications, user guides, and test plans.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously improve your skills and knowledge.
• Work in a professional manner consistent with the company’s commitment to excellence, and R&D’s applicable development methodologies and/or standard operating procedures.
• Perform unit testing, support integration and system testing activities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including firmware engineers, designers, and product managers, to deliver high-quality software products.
• Actively participate in team meetings, discussions, and brainstorming sessions to contribute ideas and solutions.
• Follow established development processes and participate in process improvement initiatives.