Software Engineer - Full-Stack

October 20, 2024

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Participatory Culture Foundation (PCF)

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Participatory Culture Foundation (PCF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering a more collaborative and inclusive world since 2006. PCF develops technologies, services, and communities that empower individuals to contribute to a peaceful and abundant culture. Its flagship initiatives include "Amplifying Voices," which aims to build an inclusive media ecosystem by bringing together content creators, community networks, translators, and funders. Another key project is Amara, an award-winning platform focused on making online media accessible through easy captioning and subtitling, engaging volunteer teams, and managing collaborations. PCF is recognized for its efforts in advancing intercultural dialogue, accessibility, and equality, with numerous accolades including awards from the United Nations and the US Federal Communications Commission.

software development • nonprofit advocacy • translation • subtitling • captioning

11 - 50 employees

Founded 2004

🤝 Non-profit

📱 Media

🌍 Social Impact

📋 Description

• Design and develop new features and improvements • Clean up and refactor code • Develop web pages using Django, Python and Javascript • Other engineering tasks, such as devops, security, etc. • Review user needs and develop solutions. • Communicate and collaborate within an agile development workflow including standups, planning sessions, and retrospectives.

🎯 Requirements

• Strong command of Python and Javascript • Strong command of Django • Knowledge of Git • Ability to deliver clean, maintainable code • Ability to learn and work with legacy code • Self-motivated, quick learner • Remote work experience • Advanced skills in JavaScript and AngularJS (or other contemporary Javascript frameworks) - NICE TO HAVE • Dev Ops experience - NICE TO HAVE • Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or AWS - NICE TO HAVE • Automated web browser testing - NICE TO HAVE • Understanding of modern translation and localization technologies - NICE TO HAVE • Excellent written and verbal English communication skills - NICE TO HAVE

🏖️ Benefits

• Fully paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their eligible families (yes, fully paid premiums!) • The 401(k) retirement plan offers matched contributions at 3% of annual salary • $50,000 life insurance paid for employee • Employer paid HRA (Health Reimbursement Arrangement) plan up to $1,500 per year • 24 days Paid Time Off per year • Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance paid for employee • Pre-tax savings plans for health care • Fully remote work with flexible schedules • Great colleagues - diverse team speaking many different languages from around the world, mission-driven and intensely passionate people!