Junior Developer

The organisation is recruiting a Junior Developer for its Springbok operation. The role forms part of a wider it jobs portfolio across Northern Cape.

Overview

An experienced Junior Developer is needed to support operations in Springbok. The role forms part of how the business keeps its it jobs portfolio strong in Northern Cape.

Communication runs both ways. Managers across the it jobs team in Northern Cape make time for one-to-ones, and people are expected to speak up early when something needs attention.

Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Junior Developer to step into the it jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.

Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the it jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Springbok much easier.

Equal Opportunity

Diverse teams build stronger workplaces. Applications are welcome from candidates of every background, language and community across Northern Cape, and recruitment is fair, transparent and aligned with the EE Act.

Practical steps back the words. Structured EE reporting, transformation initiatives and learnership programmes give real opportunities to candidates from across Northern Cape.

Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Springbok.

B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.

Growing With Us

This role can grow with you. Strong performers in the it jobs team in Springbok have moved into senior, supervisory and specialist positions, and that journey is supported through coaching, training and exposure to bigger projects.

Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Springbok team member.

Equally, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Springbok have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across Northern Cape.

Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.

Working in Springbok

Springbok continues to grow as an employment hub in Northern Cape, with within the Upington solar corridor. This role gives you a foothold in one of its busier business communities, with access to the local services, suppliers and partners that keep the work moving.

If you are relocating, the team can share practical pointers on neighbourhoods, transport and the typical pace of life in Springbok, Northern Cape.

Many candidates already living within reach of Springbok cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local Northern Cape economy.

Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Springbok.

Your Team

Importantly, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Springbok office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when Northern Cape operations get busy.

Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.

On top of that, the team mix in Springbok reflects a balance of experienced operators and emerging talent, with deliberate space for diverse voices and backgrounds.

Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product and design teams during sprint planning
• Automate repetitive operational tasks using scripts and tooling
• Monitor system health using observability tools and respond to alerts
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable, repeatable releases
• Manage user access, identity and endpoint security across the estate
• Design, develop and maintain features across the application stack

Who We’re Looking For

• Strong proficiency in Java, C#, Python, JavaScript or TypeScript
• Reliable home internet for hybrid work where applicable
• Experience with containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) is an advantage
• Working knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP)
• 2-5 years’ commercial software development experience
• Comfortable working in agile delivery teams

Candidates who meet most of these criteria are welcome to be considered for the role.