Company Description
If you want to be part of a team changing the way the world remembers and recognizes veterans and military service in the world, you belong at Memory Anchor.
Headquartered in Calgary, Memory Anchor is a veteran-founded startup serving leading veterans affairs agencies and heritage organizations with technology that allows the public to navigate, discover, and explore their veterans cemeteries and memorials.
Memory Anchor's customers are responsible for 2,000,000+ veterans burials in 150+ countries at over 23,000+ locations.
Learn more at www.memoryanchor.com
Role Description
This is a contract remote role for a Back End Developer at Memory Anchor. The Back End Developer will be responsible for day-to-day tasks involved in back-end web development and software development. They will also work closely with the development team and contribute to overall programming efforts.
Required Skills and Background
● Web Development Proficiency: A proven track record in back-end web development, showcasing your ability to build scalable, efficient web applications that meet user needs and business goals.
● JavaScript and Python: You have an in-depth understanding of both languages. Experience with Node.js, Express.js, and for Python, familiarity with Django or Flask, is preferred.
● Database Design & Management: Proficient in handling various databases, both SQL and NoSQL, to ensure data integrity and performance.
● API Development: Demonstrated ability in crafting reliable and scalable RESTful services, with a solid grasp of web protocols and architecture.
● Version Control: Skilled in Git/GitHub for maintaining our codebase's integrity and facilitating collaborative development.
● Cloud Services: Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and adeptness in deploying and managing cloud-based applications.
Ideal/Bonus Skills and Background
● Mobile Development Experience, ideally with React Native and/or Unity: Familiarity with React Native and/or Unity for mobile development along with proficiency in TypeScript and/or C#. Experience with Unreal is also a plus.
● AI Expertise: Experience with computer vision, LLMs, fine-tuning, etc.
● GIS and Data Visualization Expertise: Experience with GIS and/or other data visualization tools is a plus, especially proficiency with the Google Maps API.
● XR / Spatial Computing Proficiency: Experience in Extended Reality (XR) including Augmented Reality (AR), Mixed Reality (MR), or spatial computing.
● Microservices Architecture: Knowledge in developing and managing microservices architecture for scalable and efficient application performance.
Other details
● Please note: You must have legal eligibility to work in one of these countries/regions: UK/EU/US/CAN
● Contract role to begin with
● Native English proficiency
● Flexible hours, core meeting hours are typically between 9am-2pm ET
● Background check and police check required