Requisition ID R13529 · Begins 5/28/2024
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We are seeking short-term Software Developers for our teams. We have product teams that in various frameworks and platforms including Angular, C#, Java, JavaScript, .NET, PHP, Python, React, SQL, TypeScript, and XML/HTML/CSS. SIL International 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.
Summary: Software Developer short-term summer employee is responsible for assisting the Software Developers with the design implementation and shadowing their duties to understand the processes more efficiently. Software Developers in this role 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. Developers in this role must have excellent communication skills, as well as having strong attention to detail and the ability to learn quickly.
Job Description
Major Responsibilities:
- 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
Minor Responsibilities:
- 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, and Abilities:
- 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 and Experience: Software Developer summer employees 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 and Orientation: Will complete relevant portions of the initial IT Software Department training program and IT Orientation
Job Application
About SIL
Dallas, TX - Founded in 1934
SIL is a global, faith-based nonprofit that works with local communities around the world to develop language solutions that expand possibilities for a better life.
Our faith inspires and informs our commitment to expand possibilities for people to thrive. We believe all people are created by God and given language as a means for flourishing. Through language, we understand who we are, experience relationships and explore life’s most important questions.