Organization
Think Round, Inc.

Lead Engineer

Duration
Recruiting now
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Location
San Francisco, CA

Opportunity Details

Ongoing

Remote

Recruiting now

San Francisco, CA 94101

About this Opportunity

Job Title: Volunteer Lead Engineer

Company: Think Round, Inc.

Website: www.thinkround.org

About Think Round: Think Round is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building a Virtual Center for the Human Family, promoting collaboration and innovation in various domains such as sustainability, education, art, and community development.

Job Description: As a Principal Engineer at Think Round, you will play a crucial role in leading the technical development of our Virtual Center for the Human Family website. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration with our current website and deliver a user-friendly, accessible platform for the public.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the technical architecture and development of the Virtual Center for the Human Family website.
  • Collaborate with UX/UI designers to create an intuitive and engaging user experience.
  • Ensure seamless integration with the existing www.thinkround.org website.
  • Implement best practices for web accessibility and inclusivity.
  • Optimize website performance for speed and reliability.
  • Lead and mentor a team of developers to execute project milestones.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and provide technical guidance.
  • Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.
  • Stay updated with industry trends and technologies to drive innovation.
  • Participate in regular meetings and report progress to the project management team.

    • Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
  • Proven experience as a software engineer or web developer, with at least X years in a leadership role.
  • Proficiency in web development languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like React or Angular.
  • Experience with backend development using languages like Python, Node.js, or Java.
  • Strong understanding of web accessibility standards (WCAG) and best practices.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Effective communication skills and ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

    • Skills/Interests

    • Design
    • Web Development

    Issue area

    • STEM

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