Junior Technical Generalist (Graduate)

Recruiter:

Pillango Placements

Job Ref:

PTA003553/CB

Date posted:

Wednesday, January 7, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

$1200 Monthly

SUMMARY:
If you're a recent graduate with a track record of academic excellence, a drive to positively impact people's lives, a curious mindset, and a passion for building a successful commercial or technical career, you’re the ideal fit for a fast-growing tech start-up dedicated to transforming lives across Africa through innovative technology.

POSITION INFO:
Your Role:

The Junior Generalist works across multiple functional areas, gaining exposure to diverse projects, and developing core commercial, operational and technical skills in a supportive environment. In this role, you will also help drive the business’s expansion into new markets while deepening your expertise in a chosen functional area, working closely with senior leadership to execute the organisation’s mission at scale.

What’s in it for you?

This is your opportunity to step into a career enhancing opportunity purpose-led business that combines the stability of a large organisation with the agility of a small team, where you are trusted with meaningful responsibility from Day 1 in a high-expectation, high-support culture. Enjoy additional benefits such as share options, travel opportunities, hybrid flexibility and annual team retreats.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Academic Performance:

GPA of 70% or higher from UCT, Stellenbosch, Wits, or UP.
GPA of 80% or higher from other universities.

Experience: 0 - 3 years in a related field; fresh graduates are welcome.
Preferred Skills:

Proven ability in software development, even if not advanced.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to adapt and work collaboratively in a team.
Excellent written and verbal communication.

You will be required to complete an online assessment for analytical and logical skills.

The Offer:

A USD-denominated monthly salary between $1,200 – $2,500, converted to ZAR (Offer will be market related, based on qualifications, skills and experience)

We don’t want you to miss out due to limited access to your academic results. Please keep your academic record, including your GPA / overall average, readily available, as this will be required as one of the first steps in the process.

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