Junior Software Engineer – Development (JHB)

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Datafin are currently seeking candidates for their open Junior Software Engineer – Development (JHB) position in Johannesburg, Gauteng through Go Job Search. Are you an experienced candidate looking to take up a Junior Software Engineer – Development (JHB) role such as with an industry leading company like Datafin?

ENVIRONMENT: AS a Junior Software Engineer for a Software Development Company, who provides integration and development services to industry-leading private and listed corporations, you will be involved in delivering projects to clients from information gathering, working with a team in designing solutions, solution configuration, system testing, user training, continuous improvement, and support. Your responsibilities will include writing code and automated tests, creating documentation, and interacting with DevOps environments. You must have a B.Sc, B.Eng or B.Com degree with IT related subjects as majors from one of the following universities: UCT, Stellenbosch, Wits, Pretoria, North West (Potchefstroom campus), Free State, KZN, Nelson Mandela, Johannesburg with above average results. The guideline is 65% average at university and a Matric result of A or B for Maths HG.DUTIES:Gather requirements and analyse dependencies Use the required programming languages/IDE/database and other tools to build front-end and back-end applicationsExecute projects in a dynamic, collaborative, and iterative fashion – providing ongoing tangible benefitProvide superior customer service to internal and external clientsDevelop new concepts, approaches and applying best-practice patternsUtilise your knowledge and experience to deliver innovative solutions with clientsTypical daily tasks are:Writing code and automated tests for assigned storiesWork with source control (typically Git)Troubleshooting, debugging, and fixing issuesExplore new technology, experiment, and share knowledge Pair programming to aid with knowledge sharingSolution design for new solutionsSupport for existing solutionsDeploying solutions to Dev, QA and Production using DevOps toolsParticipate in update, design, requirements, and feedback sessionsParticipate in team knowledge-sharing and team-building activitiesREQUIREMENTS:B.Sc, B.Eng or B.Com degree with IT related subjects as majors.From one of the following universities: UCT, Stellenbosch, Wits, Pretoria, Northwest (Potchefstroom campus), Free State, KZN, Nelson Mandela, JohannesburgWith above average results. Guideline is 65% average at university.Matric results – A or B for Maths HGDesired Experience:Graduate – no experienceProgramming experience in creating a full stack solution (Front-end, back-end, and data persistence)Experience with Git an advantageExperience with C#, JavaScript, MSSQL, or Postgres an advantageATTRIBUTES:Excellent communication skills – interpersonal, written, and public speakingComfortable using technology and be able to explain it to othersAble to solve problems creatively and efficientlyQuality focusedAble to manage time well and handle multiple projects simultaneouslyAble to manage job pressure wellDetail focused as we work with sensitive data and critical business systemsPedantically accurateAble to communicate very well with different peopleWork closely with our clients and see our solutions being used successfullyAchieve our project goals together with our teamDevelop our technical skills and business knowledgeContribute, participate, and provide input to developing better internal approaches, methodologies, and toolsIdentify and explore new business development opportunities

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