junior developer

[ˈdʒuːniər dɪˈveləpər]
nounpl: junior developers
desenvolvedor júnior
1. A software developer with limited professional experience, typically early in their career, who works under the supervision of more experienced developers
As a junior developer, she was responsible for fixing bugs and implementing minor features.
Como desenvolvedora júnior, ela era responsável por corrigir bugs e implementar funcionalidades menores.
2. An entry-level programmer who is still developing their technical skills and professional competencies
The company hired three junior developers to support the growing development team.
A empresa contratou três desenvolvedores júnior para apoiar o crescente time de desenvolvimento.
In Brazil's growing tech ecosystem, particularly in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, junior developers are integral to the startup culture. The term 'dev júnior' is widely used in job postings and professional environments. In the USA, junior developers typically have 0-2 years of experience and are expected to learn from mentorship. The role emphasizes skill development and growing the next generation of tech talent in both countries.
NYC Slang
junior dev
Synonyms / Sinônimos
entry-level developerjunior programmerapprentice developerbeginner developer
Antonyms / Antônimos
senior developerlead developerstaff engineerprincipal engineer

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
desenvolvedor júnior
Most common term in Brazil for entry-level software developers
São Paulo
dev júnior
Informal abbreviation commonly used in tech hubs
Rio de Janeiro
desenvolvedor iniciante
Alternative term emphasizing the beginner aspect
Portugal
programador júnior
Portuguese preference for 'programador' over 'desenvolvedor' in some contexts

Related Words

developersoftware engineerprogrammerfull-stack developerweb developer

Related Idioms & Phrases

paying your dues as a junior developer
growing from junior to senior developer
junior developer on the rise
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