Software Developer with UX/UI Experience

Role OverviewOur early-stage startup is looking for a highly-motivated and experienced software engineer to join our team. We're at an exciting stage, having developed our MVP in collaboration with stakeholders as well as securing school-site partners to demonstrate our proof-of-concept. Now, we are looking for the right person to support testing, iterating, and ultimately driving the product forward. This is a unique opportunity to accelerate development on a validated product, influence product decisions, and potentially step into a leadership position. As a key member of a small, dynamic team, you'll have a significant impact on our product development and ultimately company direction.The ideal candidate will be experienced and professional, passionate about our mission, and excited by the challenge of turning a validated MVP into a market-ready product. We are looking for someone who is intrinsically motivated, conscientious, and ready to wear multiple hats as we navigate the early stages of our company's growth. This is currently an unpaid opportunity, however, for the right candidate who's willing to commit long-term, there's substantial reward including equity in the company, co-founding, and the chance to build something truly innovative from the ground up. If you're ready to dive in, make a real impact, and potentially become an integral part of our founding team, we want to hear from you.Requirements- 5+ years of industry experience as a software engineer- Strong coding skills and deep understanding of software architecture- Experience with modern tech stacks and cloud platforms- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills- Track record of successful project deliveryResponsibilities- Lead the technical vision and strategy for our product- Develop and implement core product features- Collaborate closely with other co-founders on business strategy and decision-making- Evaluate and integrate new technologies as needed- Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies- Optimize development processes for efficiency and qualityAbout SchoolSphereSchoolSphere was formed after the 2021-2022 school year with the intention to improve teacher work. Since its founding, SchoolSphere has graduated from Carnegie Mellon University’s Project Olympus and TechStars Catalyst. Founder Elizabeth Brooks has worked in public schools across rural, urban, and suburban low-income communities and attended public schools. She has two master’s degrees from schools of education: Seattle University (MIT, Secondary Education) and California State University - Los Angeles (MA, Educational Foundations). Previously, she has received research funding from Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Washington, in addition to government and non-profit funding.