As a volunteer Software Developer at Barayamal, you will design, develop, and maintain web-based and back-end systems that enable program delivery, community engagement, and educational resources. Day-to-day tasks may include writing clean and maintainable code, reviewing requirements, implementing new features, fixing bugs, and integrating third-party services or APIs. You will collaborate with other volunteers and team members to plan technical solutions, participate in code reviews, and contribute to documentation and basic testing.

The role is well-suited to someone who wants to use their technical skills to support First Nations entrepreneurship and socially impactful projects.

Qualifications

- Strong foundation in Computer Science concepts and Software Development practices, including understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software lifecycle.
- Proficiency in Programming and Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), with experience in at least one modern programming language (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Java, C#, or similar).




- Experience or interest in Back-End Web Development, such as building APIs, working with databases, and integrating cloud or hosting services.
- Ability to write readable, testable, and maintainable code, and familiarity with version control tools (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a remote, volunteer-based environment.
- Effective communication skills and a cooperative mindset when working with a diverse, mission-driven team.
- Interest in or lived experience with First Nations communities, social impact, or non-profit work is highly valued.
- Relevant education (formal or informal) in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related fields is beneficial but not strictly required where equivalent experience is demonstrated.

📌 Software Developer (Australia)
🏢 Barayamal
📍 Australia