Full Stack Developer

Satellite builds dedicated engineering teams for successful American startups. We find and nurture the best technical talent for our clients that build truly innovative products and look for brilliant people worldwide to join their team.

We are looking for a driven, smart and confident Full-stack Developer to join our team on a Part-time basis - 20 hours per week! You will become a part of a dedicated engineering team for a U.S. - based edtech startup - Runestone Academy!

About the Client and Product:

Runestone Academy is a non-profit organization offering free, interactive textbooks and resources to support students and educators in learning computer science and other STEM subjects. Their platform features coding exercises, quizzes, and interactive content, making it an engaging learning experience for both self-learners and classroom students. The goal of Runestone Academy is to democratize access to quality computer science education through technology.

Responsibilities:

• Bug Fixes & Feature Requests: Assist in resolving platform issues and implementing new features based on requests from the community.
• Support: Provide first-line support by answering emails from instructors and offering guidance through Discord and Google Groups.
• Cloud Infrastructure: Monitor, fine-tune Cloudflare rules, and ensure smooth operation of the platform.
• Book & Platform Updates: Build, push weekly updates to the Docker registry and server, ensuring the platform stays current.
• Community Engagement: Actively participate in Discord and Google Groups to proactively address user questions.

Technical Stack:

• Programming Languages: Python, JavaScript, SQL, CSS.
• Frameworks: React.
• Other Tools: Docker, Cloudflare, Linux Command Line.

Candidate Profile:

• Experience Level: Strong Junior or Middle.
• Work Style: Able to work independently with minimal supervision, resourceful in learning and solving problems.
• Skills: Proficiency in some of the following: Python, SQL, JavaScript, CSS, React, and familiarity with the command line.
• Attribute: Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working in a collaborative online environment (Discord, Google Groups).
• Flexibility: Understanding and experience of working in a startup environment.
• English-speaking: Great level of verbal and written English - Upper - intermediate (B2 and up).

What we can offer:

• Competitive compensation;
• English-speaking environment;
• Opportunities for rapid career development in a hyper-growth startup;
• Sponsored career development;
• English lessons;
• Sport compensation;
• Medical + Dental insurance;
• Cool office in the city center;
• Additional 3 paid sick days;
• Flexible work start time;
• Coffee, fruits, snacks, etc.;
• Gifts on birthdays, holidays and special occasions;
• Lots of unforgettable team-building events.