Junior Software Developer

About the position

Junior Software Developer - Use your brilliant talents to work in a one of a kind insurance tech company!

HYBRID WORKING opportunity where coding meets excellence

This is not a remote working position and standard working hours from the office in Bryanston, Johannesburg will apply. Monday's, Wednesday's and Friday's are spent at the office.

No Prior Working Experience Required!

We are recruiting for an enthusiastic Junior Software Engineer to join an experienced Software Development team. You will assist with all functions of software design and development and primary focus will be to learn the codebase, gain domain knowledge, respond to requests from Senior Team members and provide support to the users.
To ensure success as a Junior Software Engineer in this opportunity, you should have a good working knowledge of basic programming languages, the ability to learn new technologies quickly and the ability to work in a team environment. Ultimately a top-class Junior Software Engineer provides valuable support to their team while continually improving their coding and development skills.

The Position: We're looking for a tech-savvy professional curios about new technologies and aspiring to deliver technology that is essential to any business with an insurance function. The pay range on offer is R25 000.00 to R27 500.00 CtC Package Per Month, based on skills, tech stack and qualifications.

How to Apply:
For your application to be considered, please email your CV, Matric Certificate and Academic Transcript to [Email Address Removed] - only candidates with suitable Software Development experience will be contacted.

Assessment: Online Coding Challenge to be completed with initial application

Requirements:

• Completed Matric with a minimum 60% achieved for Mathematics - Not Negotiable
• Completed relevant IT Degree (BSc Computer Science or BCom Informatics) - Not Negotiable
• Completed Honours Degree - highly beneficial
• Aspirations to become a tech-savvy Software Developer - essential
• Basic programming experience (university level)
• Knowledge of databases and operating systems
• Ability to learn new software and technologies quickly
• Ability to apply logic, solve problems and work effectively in a team environment

Tech Stack:

• C# - Data Structures & Algorithms
• SQL
• LINQ
• HTML & CSS
• Javascript / Typescript
• Angular / Blazor
• Net Web API
• C#
• Net MVC
• Javascript
• Entity Framework
• SSAS / SSIS / SSRS
• Relational Database Design
• SQL and TSQL Scripting
• MS Net Framework

Responsibilities:

• Assisting with all aspects of software design and coding
• Learning the codebase and improving your coding skills
• Gaining knowledge and understanding of the full development life cycle
• Writing and maintaining code
• Working on minor bug fixes
• Monitoring the technical performance of systems
• Responding to online requests
• Gathering information from clients about program functionality
• Writing reports
• Conducting development testsNote:
• Online Coding Challenge to be completed with initial application
• Applicants must be South African with a valid South African ID

Why you should apply:

• Hybrid working model
• No dress code... more time in Pj's for remote days
• Dynamic and enriching working environment
• Cutting-edge Insurance Tech industry
• Working alongside qualified industry professionals

ITC, ID, Criminal and Qualification checks will be done on the successful candidate.

We will reply on applications that get shortlisted only. Therefore, please deem your application as unsuccessful if you have not received feedback after 7 days.

Desired Skills:

• C#
• Data Structures
• Algorithms
• SQL
• LINQ
• HMTL
• CSS
• Javascript
• TypeScript
• Angular
• Blazor
• Net Web API
• MVC
• Entity Framework
• SSAS
• SSIS
• SSRS
• Relational Database Design
• TSQL
• MS Net Framework

Desired Qualification Level:

• Degree

Employer & Job Benefits:

• Medical Aid
• Provident Fund