We're Hiring!
Front Seat is a rare opportunity to work with a world-class software team where social benefit is the top priority. We're breaking new ground in how software can enhance civic life.
We have a fantastic, light-filled office located just off the Burke-Gilman trail in Seattle. We also have the coolest conference table ever, a deck for BBQs, dual LCD monitors, an organic Korean restaurant right downstairs—and a Walk Score of 83.
Email your resume to jobs at frontseat dot org.
Senior Software Engineer - Backend Web Development
We're looking for a seasoned backend engineer to compliment our UI expertise and help us dream up the next wave of civic innovation driven by software.
Our technology stack includes Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP (LAMP), Amazon EC2, Google App Engine, Python, PostGIS, Map Server, etc.
About You
- You have 5+ years of world-class software development experience
- You're fluent in relational databases
- You're familiar with Python, shell scripts, and Linux systems administration
- You have experience building APIs and platforms
- You have a Computer Science or related degree
- You're interested in a range of software technologies and social issues
Benefits
Competitive salary, health care, dental and vision, retirement plan, and 3 weeks paid time off.
Most of all, the opportunity to create software that revitalizes our cities, connects our communities, and helps our democracy.
What is Civic Software?
Civic software connects people to the places we live, the resources we consume, and the communities we participate in.
