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Published 10/16/25 5:27PM

Lead Engineer

Think Round, Inc.
Remote, Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Commitment Details:
    8-10 hours/week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    1
    Cause Areas:
    Arts & Music, Environment & Sustainability, Science & Technology
    Other Requirements:
    weekly all teams meeting, Thursdays 7 PM PDT and other weekly team meetings as needed to insure the success as the lead engenieer of this vast project

    Description

    Lead Engineer

    Job Title: Volunteer Lead Engineer

    Company: Think Round, Inc.

    Website: www.thinkround.org

    About Think Round: Think Round is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building a Virtual Center for the Human Family, promoting collaboration and innovation in various domains such as sustainability, education, art, and community development.

    Job Description: As a Principal Engineer at Think Round, you will play a crucial role in leading the technical development of our Virtual Center for the Human Family website. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration with our current website and deliver a user-friendly, accessible platform for the public.

    Responsibilities:

    1. Lead the technical architecture and development of the Virtual Center for the Human Family website.
    2. Collaborate with UX/UI designers to create an intuitive and engaging user experience.
    3. Ensure seamless integration with the existing www.thinkround.org website.
    4. Implement best practices for web accessibility and inclusivity.
    5. Optimize website performance for speed and reliability.
    6. Lead and mentor a team of developers to execute project milestones.
    7. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and provide technical guidance.
    8. Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.
    9. Stay updated with industry trends and technologies to drive innovation.
    10. Participate in regular meetings and report progress to the project management team.

    Qualifications:

    1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
    2. Proven experience as a software engineer or web developer, with at least X years in a leadership role.
    3. Proficiency in web development languages such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like React or Angular.
    4. Experience with backend development using languages like Python, Node.js, or Java.
    5. Strong understanding of web accessibility standards (WCAG) and best practices.
    6. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
    7. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
    8. Effective communication skills and ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
    Associated Location
    San Francisco, CA, USA

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