Recruitment Room Team

Junior Backend/Data Developer (6-Month Internship) (JHB Onsite)

Johannesburg – Gauteng – South Africa
6 months ago
Application ends: October 13, 2025
Deadline date:
October 13, 2025

Job Description


ENVIRONMENT:
A fast-paced Financial Risk Specialist seeks an ambitious coder to fill the dual role of a Junior Backend/Data Developer to join its team for a 6-Month Internship with the possibility of going perm. You will support the development and maintenance of Backend systems for client and internal applications, while contributing to the initiation and early-stage development of new application projects. Applicants will require a Diploma or equivalent tertiary qualification in Backend Development/Computer Science or related field and be skilled in C#, Java, Microservice Architecture, MySQL, JavaScript, Git with exposure to UML & Linux.
 
DUTIES:
API Development and Integration –
  • Develop and maintain RESTful APIs, supporting data exchange and integration with third-party services.
  • Work within established standards to ensure secure, scalable and efficient APIs.
 
Database and Data Management –
  • Data Management, including query optimisation and data validation.
  • Support data handling processes to maintain accuracy, integrity and performance for both ongoing systems and new applications.
 
Backend Development and Maintenance –
  • Support Backend Development for existing clients and internal applications.
  • Ensure efficient data processing and secure handling of sensitive data, such as personal information.
 
Technical support for clients and internal staff –
  • Provide 1st Line Support for technical issues, troubleshooting application errors and guiding users through solutions.
 
Frontend frameworks (Basic knowledge) –
  • Possess a basic understanding of Frontend frameworks, primarily to assist with integration, rather than developing complex Frontend features.
 
REQUIREMENTS:
  • A Diploma or equivalent qualification or course in Backend Development, Computer Science, or a related field is acceptable.
  • C#
  • Java
  • Microservice Architecture
  • MySQL
  • JavaScript
  • Git
  • UML & Linux exposure
 
Advantageous –
  • Exposure to Business Intelligence (Qlik Sense/ NPrinting, etc.).
  • Exposure to Integration Development, RPA (Robotic Process Automation), SAAS software as a service space.
  • Exposure to Integration/ Frontend.
 
ATTRIBUTES:
  • Problem-solving.
  • Adaptability.
  • Collaboration and teamwork.
  • Time Management. 
  • Self-motivation and initiative.