OCJ Junior Developer Vacancies: Two Midrand Posts at R413,001–R486,501

The OCJ Junior Developer Vacancies cover two posts at the Office of the Chief Justice’s National Office in Midrand. The annual salary range is R413,001 to R486,501 at level 8. Applications close on 9 November 2026, and applicants need a relevant NQF level 6 qualification plus at least two years of experience.

OCJ Junior Developer Vacancies: key details

• Employer: Office of the Chief Justice
• Centre: National Office, Midrand
• Reference: 2026/154/OCJ
• Number of posts: 2
• Salary: R413,001–R486,501 per annum, salary level 8
• Closing deadline: 9 November 2026; the circular does not state a closing time
• Official entry: DPSA Circular 38 of 2026, 38/216

Requirements and eligibility

• A National Diploma in IT or Software Development, or an equivalent NQF level 6 qualification recognised by SAQA.
• A minimum of two years’ experience in the relevant field.
• Programming knowledge and familiarity with web and mobile technologies, user experience and client-side tools named in the advert, including XML, HTML5, CSS, PHP, jQuery and JSON.
• Knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint development, Azure and Dynamics CRM, and the programming languages and tools listed in the circular, including C/C++, Visual Basic, C#, Java, Angular and BI reporting tools.
• Ability to understand existing complex code and its purpose, plus knowledge of API-testing frameworks.
• Problem-solving, analytical, project-management, communication, planning, report-writing and presentation skills, along with computer literacy.

The driver’s licence is an added advantage. The NQF level 6 qualification and two-year experience requirement are not optional. The junior title does not make this a Grade 12-only or no-experience vacancy; applicants should compare their technical background with the full official requirements.

What the work involves

The advertised job covers more than initial coding. It includes documentation, testing, production maintenance, quality assurance and controlled release of software. Two posts share the same reference, so applicants should use the published vacancy identifier rather than create separate reference variations.

• Prepare technical specifications and develop or customise software using the software-development lifecycle approach.
• Review code, maintain production software and back up files for recovery.
• Prepare test plans, test cases and communication plans; participate in user-acceptance testing and prepare deployment guidance.
• Report development progress and quality measures, check code against standards, and follow change-management processes before production deployment.
• Create and maintain developer documentation, share knowledge about existing and new functionality, and store development code in the appropriate library.

Documents to prepare

Submit the new Z83 together with a recent, comprehensive CV. The CV must include contactable referees with telephone numbers and email addresses. The Office of the Chief Justice asks applicants to send documents in PDF format and put them in one folder.

Complete the application form fully, sign it and initial both pages. State the correct position title, advertised office and exact reference. The old Z83 and incomplete, unsigned or uninitialled forms are not accepted.

Certified qualifications and related documents are required from shortlisted candidates on or before the interview date, after Human Resources contacts them. Applicants with foreign qualifications should follow the notice’s evaluation requirement. The initial application requirement is the new Z83 and comprehensive CV.

How to apply and closing deadline

Applications close on 9 November 2026; the circular does not state a closing time.

• Email: 2026/154/OCJ@judiciary.org.za
• Post: Director: Human Resources, Office of the Chief Justice, Private Bag X10, Marshalltown, 2107.
• Hand delivery: Office of the Chief Justice, Human Resource Management, 188, 14th Road, Noordwyk, Midrand, 1685.

Quote Junior Developer, National Office Midrand, reference 2026/154/OCJ. The email address includes slashes exactly as printed. The official annexure does not specify a closing hour, and applications must reach the employer by 9 November 2026.

Selection and enquiries

Shortlisted candidates undertake a practical exercise and an integrity assessment. Suitability checks can cover criminal and financial records, qualifications, citizenship, employment, references and social-media information. Successful candidates must enter into an employment contract and performance agreement and undergo security clearance. The employer may decide not to fill a post. If it has not contacted an applicant within three months after closing, the notice says to regard the application as unsuccessful.

The employer applies its employment-equity goals. Its annexure identifies preference for women, persons with disabilities and youth.

Vacancy enquiries: Technical: Mr N Mngomezulu, 010 493 2544. Human Resources: Mr K Mphela, 010 493 2527.

Frequently asked questions

Official source and independent publisher disclosure

Source: DPSA Circular 38 of 2026, 38/216, issued 23 October 2026. Vacancy details appear on printed page(s) 146; department application instructions appear on page(s) 142, 143. Checked against the official circular on 26 October 2026. Review the official notice for amendments before applying.

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