Software Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Core Development: Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software components for various aspects of the "Democracy Upgrade" project. This could include:

  • Secure voting systems

  • Citizen engagement platforms

  • Data transparency and visualization tools

  • Systems for combating misinformation and promoting media literacy

• Collaboration: Work closely with ML engineers to integrate machine learning models into the software infrastructure.

• Security Focus: Implement robust security measures to protect sensitive data and ensure the integrity of the system. This includes:

  • Authentication and authorization

  • Data encryption

  • Vulnerability testing and mitigation

• Performance Optimization: Ensure the software is scalable and performs efficiently under high user loads.

• Testing and Quality Assurance: Write unit tests, integration tests, and participate in code reviews to maintain high code quality.

  Open Source Champion:

  • GitHub Expertise: Utilize GitHub to manage the project's codebase, including version control, issue tracking, and pull requests.

  • Community Building: Actively engage with the open-source community by:

    • Writing clear and concise documentation to encourage contributions.

    • Responding to issues and pull requests from external contributors.

    • Fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all contributors.

  • Open Source Best Practices: Adhere to open-source licensing and contribution guidelines to ensure the project's sustainability and legal compliance.

  • Transparency and Reproducibility: Ensure that the code is well-documented, easy to understand, and reproducible by others.

• Qualifications:

  • Strong proficiency in at least one major programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Go, C++).

  • Experience with modern software development practices (e.g., Agile, CI/CD).

  • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure).

  • Familiarity with database technologies (SQL and NoSQL).

  • Strong understanding of security best practices in software development.

  • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

  • Open Source Experience: Demonstrated experience contributing to or maintaining open-source projects, preferably with a strong understanding of GitHub workflows.

  • Commitment to Open Source Values: A passion for open collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the principles of open-source software development.

  • Bonus: Experience with blockchain technology, cryptography, or election systems.