Request for Proposal – MicroMentor Software Engineer

Scope of Work

We are looking for a Software Engineer who is responsible for the maintenance of MicroMentor’s existing feature set and for helping to develop new features. The ideal candidate is interested in creating innovative web applications and is comfortable across a range of technologies. Our technology stack uses Python/Django, PostgreSQL, Wagtail CMS, and Zurb Foundation CSS framework. Experience with React is a plus. This person is a reliable teammate, a strong communicator, and knowledgeable in their field. 
 
You are comfortable wearing many hats and can work across the entire tech stack. You are results driven and accountable. You can read design documentation and solicit clarifications for documentation. You can write proofs-of-concept or prototypes to explore undocumented software edges. Your code is easily understood by other humans, including your future self. You write unit tests and participate in code reviews. You are open, honest, and self-critical and exhibit the utmost integrity. You approach problems with a mindset of possibility and abundance. You can work independently with incomplete documentation. You are enthusiastic about working for a mission-driven organization. 
 
You will be working closely with team members across functions and geographies. We are a fast-growing startup within a large international NGO and our days are fun and intense.  
 
Our team is diverse, driven, hardworking and highly committed to the mission of helping small businesses thrive through mentoring.