• Develop, enhance, test, deploy, document, and maintain software applications across the full technology stack, including frontend, backend, database, server, networking, and solution architecture components.

• Provide application development services and technical support for existing systems and new technology deployments. Gather business requirements and translate them into scalable technical solutions and specifications.

• Design, develop, analyze, and modify application logic to meet business needs, evaluating multiple solution options and recommending the most effective approach.

• Write high-quality, maintainable code; create and execute test plans; perform debugging and troubleshooting; and ensure compliance with established software development standards and best practices.

• Support and enhance cloud-based and third-party applications throughout their lifecycle, ensuring reliability, performance, security, and alignment with business objectives.

• Develop technology strategies and implement improvements that maximize the value of existing products, while considering impacts across applications, integrations, and business processes.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on initiatives involving application systems, data processes, integrations, and data governance practices.

• Take end-to-end ownership of assigned work by accurately estimating effort, delivering tested and reviewed solutions, and proactively communicating progress, risks, and blockers.

• Leverage AI-assisted development tools responsibly and in accordance with organizational policies, ensuring the ability to understand, explain, validate, and modify all generated code.

• Mentor and coach software developers through code reviews, technical guidance, knowledge sharing, and collaborative problem-solving activities.

• Partner with development teams and stakeholders across the United States, Brazil, and Latin America to deliver technology solutions that support national offices, churches, and end users.

• Engage directly with users and business partners when required to resolve software issues, gather additional requirements, and support the delivery of new functionality.

• Interpret business and user requirements, translate them into technical implementations, and incorporate feedback received through code reviews and quality assurance processes.

• Contribute to the definition, adoption, and continuous improvement of software engineering standards, development methodologies, and technical best practices.

• Champion child protection by integrating safeguarding considerations into daily work, adhering to Compassion’s Child Protection policies and Code of Conduct, and reporting any concerns through established processes.​

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in full-stack web development.

• Strong frontend development skills using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

• Experience with PHP/Laravel, APIs, databases, and backend technologies.

• Proven ability to design, develop, and implement end-to-end software solutions.

• Strong understanding of servers, networking, and application architecture.

• Experience conducting and participating in code reviews.

• Ability to explain technical decisions and communicate project status, risks, and results effectively.

• Demonstrated ownership, accountability, and self-management.

• Experience mentoring or coaching other developers.

• Strong collaboration skills and experience working with distributed teams.

• Professional proficiency in English and Spanish.

• Ability to use AI-assisted development tools responsibly while maintaining full ownership of delivered solutions.

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• Ownership & Accountability

• Communication

• Collaboration

• Problem Solving

• Coaching & Mentoring