<h3>Description</h3><div><strong>Job Summary:</strong></div><div>If you are a visionary leader with extensive experience in data management, product development and software engineering, this role could be for you. We are seeking a Chief of Technology who is passionate about Hope Media Group’s (HMG) mission and is adept at leading complex data and digital product initiatives. This person will be a seasoned leader and serve on the organization’s Senior Leadership Team with the CEO, COO, CFO, and other divisional leaders, and be instrumental in driving toward more than 500 million monthly experiences to help our audiences Love Jesus, Serve Others, and Spread Hope.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>Our software and data teams use AWS, Next.js, React, Json, Directus, Vercel, Github and Flight Control in their workflows, along with our responsive CRM, Virtuous.</div><div><br></div><div>Hope Media Group is the home of KSBJ, WayFM, Vida Unida and a variety of digital brands. This position resides in Houston, Texas.</div><div><br></div><div><strong>Essential Functions</strong></div><div><strong>Leadership:</strong></div><ul><li>Develop and execute a comprehensive software and information strategy that supports achieving organizational growth and innovation goals.</li><li>Oversee the strategic development of digital products, ensuring alignment with our mission to transform lives through technology.</li><li>Provide leadership, strategy, inspiration, and execution of digital initiatives to increase engagement and support for ministry impact.</li><li>Collaborate across divisions to achieve organizational goals and objectives while providing vision for technological growth and opportunities.</li><li>Own the product vision and roadmap, and communicate with fellow C-level staff, board members, and other stakeholders.</li></ul><div><strong>Strategic Data Management:</strong></div><ul><li>Develop and oversee the implementation of a master data management strategy and an enterprise application architecture to ensure robust and scalable technology solutions.</li><li>Lead the data science team to provide swift and simple reporting that enables informed decision-making.</li><li>Develop and implement comprehensive data strategies aligned with the organization’s objectives and industry best practices for modernization initiatives.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams, including Donor, IT, Marketing, and Finance to understand data needs, address challenges, and support data-driven decision-making.</li></ul><div><strong>Revenue and Relationship Management:</strong></div><ul><li>Create and maintain relationships with technology partners and other stakeholders to support fundraising efforts for technological initiatives.</li><li>Develop and implement strategies for monetization of digital platforms, enhancing the financial sustainability of the organization.</li></ul><div><strong>Operations:</strong></div><ul><li>Ensure efficient management of the data science and software development teams.&nbsp;</li><li>Oversee budget preparation and expense management for related initiatives and projects.</li><li>Ensure compliance with industry standards and organizational policies, especially in regard to data management.</li></ul><div><strong>Demonstrated Faith:</strong></div><ul><li>Committed to a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Be spiritually grounded and biblically literate.</li><li>Comfortable praying for co-workers in team meetings, leading spoken prayer, and participating in ministry prayer meetings and Bible studies.</li><li>Lives by the Christian principles defined by the Ministry Statement of Faith.</li><li>Exhibits a strong moral character.</li><li>Is an active member of a Bible believing local church.</li></ul><div><strong>Non-Essential Functions:</strong></div><ul><li>Other duties as requested.</li></ul><div><strong>Requirements and Qualifications:</strong></div><div><br></div><div><strong>Education:</strong></div><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree preferred. &nbsp;</li></ul><div><strong>Experience:</strong></div><ul><li>A minimum 10 years in a leadership role within technology or IT departments, with a proven track record in digital product development and data management.</li></ul><div><strong>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</strong></div><ul><li>Understanding of technology and information systems within a non-profit context.</li><li>Exceptional leadership and communication skills.</li><li>Strong project management and planning skills.</li><li>Ability to align technological strategies with organizational mission and goals.</li><li>Experience with major IT systems, digital transformation, and product development.</li><li>Strong moral character and alignment with Christian values.</li></ul><div><strong>Supervisory Responsibilities:</strong></div><ul><li>&nbsp;None</li></ul><div><strong>Working Conditions and Environment</strong></div><div><br></div><div><strong>Travel:</strong></div><ul><li>Conferences, meetings, and technology partnerships (approximately 2-3 times/quarter)</li></ul><div><strong>Nights/Weekends/Holidays:</strong></div><ul><li>Occasional participation in events and ministry activities outside standard work hours. &nbsp;</li></ul><div><strong>Physical Requirements:</strong></div><div>The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Activity may include Talking. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. Hearing. Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers including pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than the whole hand as in handling. Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.</div>

Chief of Technology

<div>We are looking for an innovator who can create, design and develop tools and applications that help us connect with people, move them towards a real and awesome life, and enable our ministries/teams/staff/volunteers to do their best work. You will harness the power of the code-slinger to change the way Sandals Church does ministry and help others do the same.<br><br></div><div>More than anything, we’re looking for someone who’s a good fit for our small team. If you’re a developer with a passion for code, learning, and ministry then we might have a place for you!<br><br></div><div><strong>&nbsp;WE’RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO:</strong></div><ul><li>Is engaged in the developer community.</li><li>Stays up-to-date with the latest tech (but knows when to go tried-and-true).</li><li>Loves solving challenging problems with technology.</li><li>Drives towards simplicity.</li><li>Understands UI/UX and strives for the best user experiences.</li><li>Wants to create amazing experiences that positively impact people’s daily lives.</li><li>Has good communication skills – a team player who can also fly solo.</li><li>Has the ability to thrive in an environment that changes often.</li></ul><div><br><strong>YOU’RE OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE IF YOU:</strong></div><ul><li>Have proficiency in at least one of React, JS, PHP, Kotlin for Android, or similar.</li><li>Have experience building systems in any language AND love learning.</li><li>Have worked on mobile apps on iOS or Android.</li><li>Can work effectively in a bash terminal for server environments</li><li>Eat, sleep and breathe JSON data sources.</li><li>Have knowledge of relational databases.</li><li>Want to make a real difference with meaningful work.</li><li>Answered yes to any of the above</li></ul><div><br></div><div><strong>BTW, HERE’S WHAT WE’RE WORKING ON:</strong></div><ul><li>Unified application backend in PHP with MySQL, on Docker and K8s.</li><li>Wordpress theme and plugin development.</li><li>Webapps in React, Next.js and Tailwind</li><li>Native iOS and Android apps in Swift and Kotlin respectively.</li><li>Roku app in Brightscript.</li><li>Integration with Stripe, Twilio, Church Community Builder, etc.</li></ul><div><br></div><div><strong>COMPENSATION INFORMATION:</strong></div><ul><li>Pay Range: $20-$30 per hour</li><li>We will provide a pay rate that is within our compensation structure and that fits a candidate’s qualifications and experience for the job. A wage range posted is not a guarantee of a specific wage for a job offer.</li></ul><div><br>Sandals Church is both an equal opportunity employer and a faith-based religious organization. We conduct hiring without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, marital status, membership in any labor organization, political ideology, or disability of an otherwise qualified individual. The status of Sandals Church as an equal opportunity employer does not prevent us from hiring staff based on their religious beliefs so that all employees share the same religious commitment, which is central to our mission.</div>

Software Developer l

<div><strong>DIGITAL BIBLE LAB PURPOSE</strong></div><div>The Junior Software Engineer will join the Digital Bible Lab team at American Bible Society. We work with a vast network of global partners to remove barriers to Scripture access by developing and supporting amazing technology. The team's work is heavily focused on the Habakkuk 2:14 vision that is so central to American Bible Society’s calling and purpose: that “the earth would be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the Lord as the waters cover the sea.”<br><br></div><div>Starting with this guiding vision, the Digital Bible Lab is a distributed team that works with a global network of partners (domestic and international) to develop the strategies, methods, and tools that move us closer to a world in which everyone on the planet can experience the Gospel hope found in God’s Word.<br><br></div><div><strong>TECHNOLOGY</strong></div><div>Our primary technology focus is TypeScript/JavaScript, React/NextJs, AWS Lambda, and other AWS serverless infrastructure.<br><br></div><div><strong>JOB PURPOSE</strong></div><div>The Junior Software Engineer will help develop digital products that facilitate digital scripture distribution, translation, and engagement. This includes:<br><br></div><ol><li>Assist in maintaining existing software solutions</li><li>Assist in developing new software solutions</li></ol><div><br><strong>KEY FUNCTIONS</strong></div><ul><li>Deliver well-tested scalable code that meets specified requirements by developing high-quality code, providing feedback during code reviews, and implementing feedback during code reviews.</li><li>Participate in regular agile meetings (Daily Standups, Sprint Reviews, Sprint Plannings, and Sprint Retrospective).</li><li>Document annual and quarterly objectives and measurable key results.</li></ul><div><br><strong>ESSENTIAL TRAITS &amp; SKILLS</strong></div><ul><li>Passion for the Bible cause and the Bible’s power to transform lives.</li><li>Strong belief in the mission of American Bible Society.</li><li>Experience with TypeScript or JavaScript.</li><li>Ability to work in an independent remote environment.</li><li>Ability to provide respectful constructive feedback and willingness to incorporate feedback from others.</li><li>Ability to work with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.</li><li>Ability to communicate clearly via both oral and written means.</li><li>Understanding of REST and/or GraphQL APIs.</li></ul><div><br><strong>OTHER POSSIBLE TRAITS &amp; SKILLS ARE A PLUS</strong></div><ul><li>Experience writing software that leverages traditional databases.</li><li>Experience writing software leveraging NoSQL databases.</li><li>Experience writing serverless functions such as AWS Lambda.</li><li>Experience developing with React or React-based frameworks.</li><li>Experience with testing frameworks such as jest, selenium, or cypress.</li><li>Experience with CICD (continuous integration / continuous development).</li><li>Experience with AWS serverless technologies such as AWS Lambda, DynamoDb, S3, etc.</li><li>Experience with iterative agile software development methodologies like Scrum.</li><li>Experience building REST or GraphQL APIs.</li></ul><div><br><strong>EDUCATION AND TRAINING</strong></div><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science related field, equivalent experience (coding bootcamp may be part of this experience).</li><li>1-3 years of development experience</li></ul><div><br><strong>WORKING CONDITIONS</strong></div><ul><li>Remote work actively supported. American Bible Society headquarters in downtown Philadelphia. Office space available for this role if needed.</li><li>Some domestic travel is required (estimating 2-5 trips per year).</li></ul><div><br><strong>SPECIAL REQUIREMENT</strong></div><div>Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.<br><br></div><div><em>The mission of American Bible Society is to make the Bible available to every person in a language and format each can understand and afford so all people may experience its life-changing message.</em></div>

Junior Software Engineer

<div><strong>Position Summary:</strong></div><div>The Senior Optimizely Developer is responsible for building and implementing web applications and digital platforms aimed at delivering engaging user experiences to ODBM audiences. Responsible for analyzing business requirements, devising scalable and sustainable solutions, and ensuring the seamless integration of various systems with Optimizely DXP.&nbsp; Works closely with global and cross-functional teams to enhance the ministry’s operational efficiency and effectiveness.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Essential Functions:</strong></div><ol><li>Build feature sets for existing applications, enhancing application integrations, and upgrading the portfolio of business applications.</li><li>Lead the architectural design and technical strategy for Optimizely integration projects, ensuring alignment with best practices and industry standards.</li><li>Conduct comprehensive analysis of existing software implementations and recommend improvements and optimizations.</li><li>Oversee the integration of Optimizely with other internal and third-party applications and systems to ensure seamless data flow and process automation.</li><li>Utilize continuous integration practices for deploying code.</li><li>Work with primary technology stack of C#, SQL Server, Visual Studio, Azure, and GitHub.</li><li>Collaborate closely with IT and Business groups.&nbsp; Display a service mindset coupled with excellent communication.</li><li>Guide and mentor development teams in implementing software solutions according to architectural guidelines and coding standards.</li><li>Stay updated with the latest Optimizely features and capabilities, providing insights into how they can be leveraged to benefit the organization.</li><li>Collaborate with the data management teams to ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with applicable regulations.</li><li>Manage the overall health and performance of integrated Optimizely applications, troubleshooting and resolving issues as they arise.</li><li>Provide technical leadership in evaluating, selecting, and implementing add-ons or complementary technologies that enhance our capabilities.</li><li>Participate in the development of a long-term Optimizely roadmap, aligned with the organizations’ strategic objectives.</li></ol><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Study or Knowledge or Experience:</strong></div><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.</li><li>Five plus years of experience with C#.</li><li>Three plus years of experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React JavaScript, Next.js.</li><li>Experience using and/or creating REST web services.</li><li>Understanding of Git fundamentals (commits, pull requests, branches, etc.).</li><li>Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.</li><li>Experience implementing best practice CI/CD principles.</li><li>Experience with Entity Framework Core.</li><li>Experience working in a PCI environment.</li><li>Experience with Optimizely Hybrid Headless DXP and experience with Azure.</li><li>Proficiency in Optimizely with various APIs, web services, and enterprise systems.</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex business processes and design scalable solutions.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.</li><li>Knowledge of Agile methodologies and project management practices.</li><li>Strive to live a life consistent with biblical principles, engaged with the Bible on a consistent basis and demonstrate continued growth and spiritual development.&nbsp;</li></ul><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Internal Work Environment:</strong></div><div>Develop, maintain, and improve communication channels among various teams and departments to ensure effective flow of information throughout the organization.&nbsp; Handle sensitive situations or controversial issues with tact, discretion, and sensitivity.&nbsp; Exhibit excellent judgment regarding the appropriate content and timing of communications.&nbsp; Break down complex concepts into easily understandable formats for various audiences across the organization.&nbsp; Create and deliver demonstration software for meetings and other high-level gatherings.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>External Communication:</strong></div><div>Establish and maintain communication with vendors, partners, and other external stakeholders.&nbsp; Understand their needs, expectations, and requirements to foster positive and productive relationships and model biblical principles.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Leadership Responsibility:</strong></div><div>Provide technical and thought leadership and expert guidance on software development and Salesforce data and integration patterns to solve complex business problems.&nbsp; Share knowledge and provide mentorship to junior developers and other team members, helping to uplift the overall Salesforce capability of the organization.&nbsp;</div><div><strong>&nbsp;</strong></div><div><strong>Stewardship of Resources:</strong></div><div>Contribute to the budget planning process for Salesforce initiatives, providing expert input on anticipated resources required for software, data, storge, as well as necessary tools and technologies.&nbsp; Offer insightful feedback to ensure cost-effectiveness and alignment with project goals.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Miscellaneous:</strong></div><div>Our Daily Bread Ministries is a nondenominational nonprofit with staff and volunteers across the globe and resources distributed in 150 countries and in more than 50 languages. As a global ministry faithful to biblical principles, our commitment to diversity is reflected in our ministry's mission, vision, values, and ethos.&nbsp;</div>

Senior Optimizely Developer - Hybrid

<div><strong>HOW YOU WILL IMPACT THE BIG PICTURE:</strong></div><div>As an EWTN Full Stack Developer, you will be responsible for EWTN’s frontend and backend development for its various sites and web applications ensuring seamless integration and efficient performance across the entire software stack.<br><br></div><div><strong>WHAT YOU WILL DO:</strong></div><ul><li>You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers and other internal and external developers, to understand project requirements and translate them into technical specifications.</li><li>You will develop user-friendly, responsive web applications using the latest frontend technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and modern frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.</li><li>You will implement robust, scalable backend solutions using server-side technologies like Ruby/Rails, Node.js, Next.js, Python.</li><li>You will design and optimize database schemas, ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval.</li><li>You will create and consume RESTful APIs to integrate frontend and backend systems.</li><li>You will conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure the quality and performance of applications; collaborate with the DevOps team to ensure smooth deployment and continuous integration of applications.</li><li>You will perform code reviews and provide constructive feedback to maintain code quality and adherence to best practices.</li><li>You will assist in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues in production environments.</li></ul><div><br><strong>ABOUT YOU:</strong></div><ul><li>You have proven experience as a Full Stack Developer or similar role, with a solid understanding of web development technologies and frameworks and a solid portfolio of completed projects.</li><li>You are extremely proficient in frontend technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and popular frameworks/libraries like React, Angular, or Vue.js), and responsive design principles.</li><li>You possess strong back-end development skills with solid understanding of server-side technologies such as Ruby/Rails, Node.js, Python, or Next.js.</li><li>You have experience with database systems like MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or similar.</li><li>You have experience with version control systems (in particular, Git).</li><li>You are familiar with agile development methodologies.</li><li>Knowledge of software testing and debugging techniques to ensure high-quality code and experience with testing frameworks.</li><li>You are able to work independently and as part of a team, with excellent communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills to effectively communicate complex ideas and technical concepts.</li><li>You are able to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.</li><li>Practicing Catholic with an understanding of the faith and EWTN’s mission is preferred.</li></ul><div><br><strong>WHAT YOU’LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE:</strong></div><ul><li>We offer a career with purpose! Apply your God-given talents, knowing your contributions help advance EWTN’s mission of sharing the Gospel with the world.</li><li>Family-oriented working environment. We value the importance of work/life balance, and welcome you as an EWTN family member, not just an employee.</li><li>Worship at work! Freedom to participate in daily Mass, Adoration, and prayer throughout your workday.</li><li>Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life/Disability insurance and Retirement Savings Plan.</li><li>11 Paid Holidays and generous Paid Time Off program.</li><li>Tuition reimbursement for online continuing education and degree programs through our partnership with Catholic Distance University.</li><li>Potential for flexible hours and telecommuting may be possible dependent upon the position and department needs.</li><li>Ability to learn alongside legacy employees while bringing new ideas to the growing team!</li></ul>

Full Stack Developer

<div>The YouVersion Staff Engineer is primarily responsible for developing software for each platform they support and will review and approve code created by junior or mid-level engineers. This role will partner with the other engineers to offer guidance on best practices, ensure development, and ensure that the team has the same technical strategy.</div><div><br></div><div>YouVersion was created by the local church in 2007 and remains a ministry of Life.Church today. At Life.Church, our mission is to lead people to become fully devoted followers of Christ. Our team is committed to reaching people worldwide through innovative technology. And YouVersion is one of the ways we get to do that. Life.Church is a multi-site Christian church meeting in the United States and globally at Life.Church Online.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>We wholeheartedly believe a daily rhythm of seeking intimacy with God has the power to transform lives. That’s why YouVersion creates biblically-based experiences that encourage and challenge people to seek God. We hope everyone in our community is on an active journey to become who God made them to be, abiding in Him, and drawing closer every day.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><h3>What You’ll Do</h3><ul><li>Develop organizational software for using the appropriate tools and techniques for each platform in span of care.</li><li>Review and test existing code-base or technical integrations for various projects.</li><li>Provide support to other YouVersion Engineers by reviewing, testing, and approving code/software development.</li><li>Collaborate with various teams and team members to determine the technical approach and to organize development plans.</li><li>Evaluate the complexity of tasks and provide realistic estimates on the level of effort and completion time.</li><li>Partner with junior and mid-level engineers to offer training and guidance on best practices.</li><li>Help ensure that other engineers are moving in the same technical direction.</li><li>Maintain strategic outlook to plan for future development of processes and team.</li><li>Provide technical support on escalated software issues.</li><li>Research industry best practices and new technologies or tools that could be implemented at Life.Church.</li></ul><div><br></div><h3>Skills Needed to Succeed</h3><ul><li>Proficient in modern web technologies, such as TypeScript, React, and NextJS.</li><li>Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to maintain relationships and partnerships.</li><li>Maintain a systematic and organized approach to completing assignments accurately, thoroughly, and timely.</li><li>Clearly explain complicated and detailed processes in a concise and simple way.</li><li>Ability to self-motivate, take initiative, make independent decisions, and problem-solve.</li><li>Ability to collaborate in a team environment and work independently.</li><li>Ability to maintain composure during stressful situations.</li><li>Own technical design for projects and understand, and articulate, the tradeoffs in creating high-quality software.</li><li>High School Diploma or GED.</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science preferred.</li><li>7+ years of related work experience.</li></ul><div><br></div><h3>Benefits We Offer</h3><ul><li>Paid parental leave, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.</li><li>Generous employer-paid leave for the use of vacation, sick time, and other qualifying reasons.&nbsp;</li><li>Innovative and comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance that provides team members with useful resources and savings to navigate their holistic health.&nbsp;</li><li>Life insurance policy provided for all staff members at 2x annual salary at no cost. Additional life insurance coverage is available to purchase.&nbsp;</li><li>Short-term and Long-term disability is covered at 100% for full-time qualified staff members.</li><li>Comprehensive wellness and mental health benefits allow staff to proactively invest in their physical and emotional health.</li><li>Generous 401(k) retirement plan allowing a team member to have up to 12.5% (including employee contribution, employer match, and employer discretionary contribution) contributed into their account in their first year. It doesn’t stop there—the more years on staff, the greater the investment!&nbsp;</li><li>$160 annually in development dollars for team members to invest in their professional growth.&nbsp;</li><li>Casual dress and work environment.</li><li>Flexible work schedule.</li><li>And much more!</li></ul><div><br><strong>Our Beliefs, Culture, and Commitment to Diversity</strong></div><div>At Life.Church, every staff member, and intern is a minister and is expected to engage in the church's ministry fully. We consider ministry readiness and an individual’s capacity to represent Life.Church’s beliefs as a minister during the selection process for all staff and intern positions. An essential function within every position held by a staff member or intern at Life.Church is to uphold and represent the beliefs of Life.Church. Learn more about what we believe at Life.Church.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>While we unite around our mission, we know unity doesn’t mean uniformity. Our calling is too great, and our mission is too important not to be intentional about strengthening our team through diversity. We know that diverse perspectives in race, ethnicity, background, age, and gender are essential to reaching the world for Christ. To learn more about how we strengthen our team through diversity, visit our careers page.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div><em>All data collected in our application process, from resume collection to application questions, is used for recruitment purposes only.</em></div>

Staff Web Engineer - YouVersion

<div>This is a position on the Digital Experience Commerce team which builds and maintains Lifeway’s website lifeway.com. We are looking for a highly collaborative <strong>Remote Senior Full Stack Software Development Engineer</strong> who is motivated and interested helping us build and enhance our website to provide the best experience for our customers. The ideal candidate is a full stack developer proficient in working in React/Next.js as well as in GraphQL/AppSync in order to integrate with our Commerce microservices and other APIs.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp; &nbsp;</div><div><strong>About the team and software</strong>&nbsp; &nbsp;</div><div>The Digital Experience Purchasing team currently consists of 8 to 10 engineers and primarily operates as two squads that focus their engineering efforts on our backend Commerce Domain (Commerce Engine and Commerce Domain microservices) and our website (React/Next.js/TypeScript/AppSync/CloudFront). We also collaborate with other teams including our UX research and design team to provide the functionality needed for our customers.&nbsp; &nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp; &nbsp;</div><div>Our team supports the full stack of applications we create, and team members participate in on-call rotations for our applications. We build cloud-native solutions whenever practical and are avid users of AWS technologies.&nbsp; We leverage Infrastructure as Code for our CI/CD methodology using AWS CDK.&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp; &nbsp;</div><div>Our tech stack is React/Next.js using TypeScript which leverages a GraphQL API managed via AppSync in AWS.&nbsp; We have integrated with a headless CMS provider (Contentful) and a leading search provider (Algolia).&nbsp; However, we are always exploring new technologies and how we can use them to benefit Lifeway’s mission of designing trustworthy experiences that fuel ministry.&nbsp; &nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp; &nbsp;</div><div><strong>About the role</strong>&nbsp; &nbsp;</div><div>You will primarily design and implement solutions which will integrate our backend services into our Next.js website using GraphQL/AppSync while also helping to create reusable React Components. You will work independently on deliverables but will have multiple peers working in the same technology stack. You will help provide mentoring to other team members and participate in peer Code Reviews.&nbsp; As a member of our frontend team, you will be well-versed in React design patterns; and you will regularly work with staff and principal engineers along with your team members in highly collaborative problem solving, sophisticated design, and delivering resilient and quality software that tens of thousands of churches and individuals rely on every week. &nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;<br><strong>Why Lifeway?</strong>&nbsp;</div><div>Lifeway is a place where you can bring your faith and work experience to join in the most important mission in the world: making disciples of Jesus Christ. Whether you’re a creator or storyteller, data guru or problem-solver, or anywhere in between, if you’re passionate about serving the church, we have a place for you. Lifeway has a strong Work from Anywhere (WFA) culture that is deeply focused on our <a href="https://www.lifeway.com/en/about/vision-values-mission">mission and values</a>. While Lifeway is headquartered in Nashville, TN, this position is remote and will have autonomy and flexibility with work hours. We provide equipment and resources to ensure team members have access to a productive and ergonomic workspace. Lifeway hosts an all-team meeting two times per year and provides travel for key team gatherings for remote-based team members. Full-time employees are eligible for enrollment in our comprehensive benefits plans including healthcare, vacation and sick time, holiday pay, care days, 401(k) plan, maternity and paternity leave, adoption assistance, mission trip time, and more.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div><strong>Responsibilities</strong></div><ul><li>Design and implement the software and cloud infrastructure necessary to solve technical problems (articulated as agile stories) &nbsp;</li><li>Build and maintain automated tests and CI/CD pipelines&nbsp; &nbsp;</li><li>Participate in on-call rotation&nbsp; &nbsp;</li><li>Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems&nbsp; &nbsp;</li><li>Work closely and collaboratively with an agile team and its product owner to help break down business requirements into stories&nbsp; &nbsp;</li><li>Evaluate existing software&nbsp; &nbsp;</li><li>Mentor newer developers &nbsp;</li></ul><div><strong><br>Qualifications</strong></div><ul><li>A willingness to live out <a href="https://www.lifeway.com/en/about/vision-values-mission">Lifeway’s mission and values</a> with a deep commitment to expanding the kingdom of God&nbsp; &nbsp;</li><li>A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related degree preferred &nbsp;</li><li>3+ years' experience using React, Next.js, GraphQL, TypeScript&nbsp;</li><li>AWS (Amazon Web Services) or other cloud technology experience including AWS Lambdas, AWS AppSync, AWS CloudFront, AWS CDK&nbsp;</li><li>Experience with unit/integration testing&nbsp;</li><li>Experience with NoSQL databases (DynamoDB) and data modeling a plus&nbsp;</li><li>Experience integrating with a CMS/Search provider a plus&nbsp;</li><li>Experience with Kubernetes a plus&nbsp;</li><li>Agile team experience (Scrum and/or Kanban)&nbsp; &nbsp;</li><li>Git, GitHub experience&nbsp; &nbsp;</li><li>Advanced written and verbal communication skills&nbsp; &nbsp;</li><li>Advanced analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills&nbsp;</li></ul>

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