SIL Language Technology

Associate Software Developer

Member / Volunteer / Associate Full Time / Part Time / Contract Supported / Volunteer Remote

Assist software developers with design implementation and shadowing duties. Apply classroom knowledge to practical applications, maintain complex networks, and write technical documentation for new software.

We are seeking Associate Software Developers for our teams. We have product teams that work in various frameworks and platforms including Angular, C#, Java, JavaScript, .NET, PHP, Python, React, SQL, TypeScript, and XML/HTML/CSS.

SIL Global is a faith-based nonprofit organization committed to serving translation teams worldwide. If you believe, as we do, that all languages are of value, form an integral part of people's identity, and have the potential to serve them in a rapidly changing world, then you can be part of a software team serving translation teams worldwide.

An Associate Software Developer is responsible for assisting the Software Developers with the design implementation and shadowing their duties to understand the processes more efficiently. Associate Software Developers use their classroom knowledge on practical applications, suggesting recommendations on how to make the project successful. They also respond to clients' inquiries and concerns, attend meetings, and help with maintaining complex systems and networks. An Associate Software Developer must have excellent communication skills, as well as having strong attention to detail and the ability to learn fast.
  • Work with the Software Developer(s) to design, develop, and deploy software applications, new features, and defect fixes as assigned
  • Participate as an integral and enthusiastic part of the team
  • Analyze software requirements by working with the Software Developer(s)
  • Write technical reference documentation for the new software
  • Participate in regular project status and planning meetings

Knowledge & Skills

  • A servant heart attitude
  • Demonstrated skills in software development and algorithms
  • Demonstrated passion for programming and solving complex problems
  • Good interpersonal skills of communication
  • Good organizational skills
  • The ability to quickly analyze and learn a large existing codebase
  • The ability to make decisions in a timely manner
  • The ability to generate multiple solutions to the problem
  • The ability to quickly pick up technical concepts
  • The ability to work both with a team and independently, and to multitask effectively

Education

Associate Software Developers should have experience in software development and a good understanding of the software development lifecycle. Pursuing a degree in computer science or equivalent work experience is preferred, but we care more for a heart and mind that are always learning.

Training & Orientation

Will complete relevant portions of the initial IT Software Department training program and IT Orientation.

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