From 9a473d8c3329d97421ab7968c8a04babddc85192 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: akwizgran <michael@briarproject.org> Date: Fri, 2 Oct 2020 17:54:02 +0100 Subject: [PATCH] Add job pages for project manager, senior developer and QA tester. --- content/hiring/2020-10-project-manager.md | 56 ++++++++++++++++++++++ content/hiring/2020-10-qa-tester.md | 53 ++++++++++++++++++++ content/hiring/2020-10-senior-developer.md | 54 +++++++++++++++++++++ 3 files changed, 163 insertions(+) create mode 100644 content/hiring/2020-10-project-manager.md create mode 100644 content/hiring/2020-10-qa-tester.md create mode 100644 content/hiring/2020-10-senior-developer.md diff --git a/content/hiring/2020-10-project-manager.md b/content/hiring/2020-10-project-manager.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..172c7a2 --- /dev/null +++ b/content/hiring/2020-10-project-manager.md @@ -0,0 +1,56 @@ +--- +title: Project Manager +date: 2020-10-01T00:00:02+00:00 +--- + +We're looking for a part-time Project Manager to join a small, friendly +team dedicated to creating simple and secure software. We work remotely +across different timezones, using Mattermost and GitLab to coordinate our +work. + +The Project Manager will collaborate with the rest of the team to develop +the Briar messaging app and supporting software. Responsibilities will +include: + +* Leading a remote team of designers, developers, usability experts and QA +testers +* Planning and overseeing the delivery of software improvements according to +a schedule agreed with our funders +* Monitoring progress and costs to keep the project within time and budget constraints +* Coordinating the work schedules of team members +* Communicating with funders and other stakeholders +* Delivering quarterly progress and financial reports + +**Essential skills:** + +* Proven ability to deliver software projects according to expected scope, timeline and budget +* Experience of Agile methods +* Fluent written and spoken English +* Excellent communication and teamwork skills +* Experience of managing a remote team +* Commitment to protecting and promoting human rights + +**Desirable skills:** + +* Experience of mobile software projects +* Experience of security-oriented software projects +* Knowledge of information security +* Familiarity with free/open source software + +**Availability:** + +* Part-time, 5 hours per week +* Immediate start +* Three month initial contract + +**Pay:** USD $68 per hour + +The applicant must be an independent contractor. A three-month initial contract +is offered, with extensions available for up to three years if the initial +contract is successful. + +The role can be performed from anywhere in the world, but preference will be +given to applicants who live within easy travelling distance of Brighton, UK, +to enable occasional face-to-face meetings with other team members. + +To apply, please email {{<contactemail>}}. diff --git a/content/hiring/2020-10-qa-tester.md b/content/hiring/2020-10-qa-tester.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..a7a73f2 --- /dev/null +++ b/content/hiring/2020-10-qa-tester.md @@ -0,0 +1,53 @@ +--- +title: QA Tester +date: 2020-10-01T00:00:00+00:00 +--- + +We're looking for a part-time QA Tester to join a small, friendly team +dedicated to creating simple and secure software. We work remotely across +different timezones, using Mattermost and GitLab to coordinate our work. + +The QA Tester will collaborate with the rest of the team to develop the +Briar messaging app and supporting software. Responsibilities will include: + +* Thoroughly testing Android applications on a range of hardware devices +* Working with developers to reproduce bugs and validate fixes +* Running controlled experiments to measure application performance +* Ensuring the quality of each software release + +**Essential skills:** + +* Proven ability to find, reproduce, and document software bugs +* Experience of testing Android applications +* Deep familiarity with the Android platform +* Able to solve problems methodically, patiently and with attention to detail +* Fluent written and spoken English +* Excellent communication and teamwork skills +* Able to work independently +* Experience of remote working +* Commitment to protecting and promoting human rights + +**Desirable skills:** + +* Experience of security-oriented software projects +* Knowledge of information security +* Familiarity with free/open source software + +**Availability:** + +* Part-time, 5 hours per week +* Immediate start +* Three month initial contract + +**Pay:** USD $58 per hour + +The applicant must be an independent contractor. A three-month initial contract +is offered, with extensions available for up to three years if the initial +contract is successful. + +The role can be performed from anywhere in the world, but preference will be +given to applicants who live within easy travelling distance of Brighton, UK, +to enable occasional face-to-face meetings with other team members and sharing +of test hardware. + +To apply, please email {{<contactemail>}}. diff --git a/content/hiring/2020-10-senior-developer.md b/content/hiring/2020-10-senior-developer.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..87c878b --- /dev/null +++ b/content/hiring/2020-10-senior-developer.md @@ -0,0 +1,54 @@ +--- +title: Senior Java/Android Developer +date: 2020-10-01T00:00:01+00:00 +--- + +We're looking for a Senior Java/Android Developer to join a small, friendly +team dedicated to creating simple and secure software. We work remotely +across different timezones, using Mattermost and GitLab to coordinate our +work. + +The Senior Java/Android Developer will collaborate with the rest of the team +to develop the Briar messaging app and supporting software. Responsibilities +will include: + +* Developing software in the Java language for the Android and JavaSE platforms +* Reviewing other developers' code +* Testing and debugging software on Android emulators and real devices +* Iterative development guided by user research, usability testing and user feedback + +**Essential skills:** + +* Java development +* Concurrent programming +* Code review +* Agile methods +* Fluent written and spoken English +* Good communication and teamwork skills +* Able to work independently +* Experience of remote working +* Commitment to protecting and promoting human rights + +**Desirable skills:** + +* Android development +* Knowledge of networking, cryptography and information security +* Knowledge of Internet censorship and surveillance techniques +* Familiarity with free/open source software + +**Availability:** + +* Full-time or part-time, 10 to 40 hours per week +* Immediate start +* One month initial contract + +**Pay:** USD $75 per hour + +The applicant must be an independent contractor. A one-month initial contract +is offered, with further work available if the initial contract is successful. + +The role can be performed from anywhere in the world, but preference will be +given to applicants who live within easy travelling distance of Brighton, UK, +to enable occasional face-to-face meetings with other team members. + +To apply, please email {{<contactemail>}}. -- GitLab