Graduate Software Developer

We Are Innovators & Category Creators

Foundedin Cape Town, South Africa, in 2000, Clickatell made history as the first company to connect businesses on the internet with consumers on mobile phones via SMS, using just four lines of code. Today, it powers AI-driven chat commerce experiences for leading enterprises across banking, retail, travel, telecoms, healthcare and more, trusted by global brands including Fiserv, Ria, Discovery,Absa,GoTyme, Standard bank,FlySafair, Clientèle,Pickn Pay, Walmart, MTN, Telkom, Toyota, Europcar, and thousands of additional businesses across the US, Europe, and the Global South markets.

Over 25 years, Clickatell has continued to innovate and introduced a series of industry firsts, including the world’s first tokenized payments in WhatsApp; KYC-compliant chat banking; best-in-class conversational commerce utility use cases; and the launch of Chat-2-Pay in partnership with Visa. Its award-winning, enterprise-grade AI-powered Chat Commerce Platform enables leading consumer brands to interact and transact with customers in the same chat interface they use every day to run their lives.

Purpose:

As a Graduate Software Developer, you will join a structured 10-month development program designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and professional software engineering.The programruns from1 February 2027 to 30 November 2027and provides hands-on exposure to modern software development practices, enabling you to develop technical expertise, collaborate with experienced teams, contribute to real-world products, and build a strong foundation for a successful career in technology.

This opportunity is intended for candidates who are committed toparticipatingin the program forits fullduration. Successful candidatesmust be based in Cape Townand available to engage in program activities, learning opportunities, team collaboration, and workplace experiences throughout the 10-month period.

We DoTheRight ThingsResponsibilities of the Role

What you will learn and be exposed to:

Full-Stack Development & Production Systems

• Gain practical experience across the frontend, backend, and database layers of modern software applications. You will contribute to the development, testing, maintenance, and enhancement of real-world production software systems, gaining exposure to how software is deployed,monitored, and supported in a live environment.

Team-Based Software Delivery

• Learn how to work effectively within a software engineering team by collaborating with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders. Participate in code reviews, version control practices, Agile ceremonies, and team planning sessions while contributing to shared development goals.

Programming Principles, Problem Analysis & Solution Design

• Apply core programming and software engineering principles to build quality software solutions. Develop analytical thinking and problem-solving skills by interpreting business requirements, debugging issues, evaluating options, and designing practical technical solutions.

Database and Data Fundamentals

• Build an understanding of how applications use and manage data through hands-on exposure to relational and non-relational databases. Develop skills in data modelling, querying, data management, and using data to support application functionality and decision-making.

Software Development Methodologies

• Gain exposure to Agile and Scrum methodologies, software development lifecycles, continuous integration and continuous deployment testing approaches, and modern software delivery processes used by high-performing engineering teams.

WeAreOnALearning JourneyRequirements of the Role

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, ora related field.
• Recentlygraduated orin the final year of study.
• A stronginterest in software development and technology.
• Foundational knowledge of programming concepts and object-oriented development principles.
• Understanding ofsoftware development fundamentals, databases, and web technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communicationand collaboration skills.
• A willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Skills and Competencies

• Curious and eager to learn.
• Passionate about technology and innovation.
• Strong problem-solvers who enjoy tackling complex challenges.
• Effective team players who collaborate well with others.
• Adaptable and open to feedback.
• Committed to continuous personal and professional growth.

By the end of the program,candidateshould be able to:

• Work effectively as part of a collaborative s