Software Engineer - CPT

Software Engineer

Location: Cape Town (Office Based)
Experience Required: 0–2 Years
Employment Type: Permanent

About the Opportunity

Our client, a global skincare company, is seeking a Software Engineer to join their Cape Town-based development team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or junior developer to gain hands-on experience across the full software development lifecycle while working alongside experienced software engineers. The successful candidate will contribute to the ongoing development and maintenance of the company's web-based ERP platform and websites within a collaborative and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of new features and enhancements

• Troubleshoot and resolve software bugs and technical issues

• Support the maintenance and optimization of existing systems

• Participate in code reviews and testing activities

• Collaborate with senior developers and other team members

• Contribute to the design and implementation of web-based solutions

• Learn and apply software development best practices

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field

• 0–2 years' software development experience

• Strong understanding of software development fundamentals

• Knowledge of:

  • HTML

  • CSS

  • JavaScript

  • Databases

  • Backend development concepts

• Understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)

• Familiarity with Git or other version control systems

• Exposure to Python or Ruby on Rails would be advantageous but is not essential

Personal Attributes

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

• Curious and eager to learn

• Self-motivated and proactive

• Strong attention to detail

• Effective communication and teamwork skills

• Adaptable and receptive to feedback

• Ability to work independently once trained

What's on Offer

• Exposure to a global business environment

• Mentorship from experienced software developers

• Hands-on experience working on real-world software projects

• Opportunity to develop technical skills within a collaborative team

• Long-term career growth and development opportunities