Junior Software Developer

About Us:

At Epipelagic Ventures, our mission is to foster a vibrant environment that propels ambitious startups forward. We believe that a three-month accelerator is just the beginning. That's why, as a venture studio, we provide the capital, collaboration, and long-term commitment necessary to guide seed-funded startups from inception to their next stage of growth.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Junior Software Developer to join our IT team. In this role, you will primarily focus on developing websites and web applications while also handling various tech-related requests. You will work in the IT team to ensure that web development projects are completed efficiently and meet high-quality standards.

Responsibilities:

1. Work in the IT team to handle tech-related requests with a primary focus on website and web application development.
2. Develop websites and web applications using React, Node.js, Next.js, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new features and resolve issues.
4. Perform quality assurance (QA) tasks to ensure functionality, reliability, and performance of web applications.
5. Help maintain version control through GitHub and support continuous integration processes.
6. Troubleshoot and debug technical issues.
7. Participate in code reviews and project documentation.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

1. Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Node.js, and Next.js.
2. Experience working with GitHub for version control.
3. Familiarity with full-stack development processes.
4. Experience with building React projects and creating websites.
5. Basic knowledge of QA practices and techniques.
6. Experience in building web applications using React and related technologies.
7. Experience in website creation and performing QA for web applications.
8. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
9. Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

1. Experience with AWS services such as S3, Elastic Beanstalk (EB), EC2, and Route 53.
2. Experience with Tailwind CSS.
3. Familiarity with Vercel for deployment.
4. Knowledge of TypeScript.

Why Join Us?

1. Opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of innovative startups across multiple industries.
2. A dynamic and collaborative work environment where creativity is encouraged.
3. Competitive salary and benefits.

This is a hybrid, contract-to-hire position. Epipelagic Ventures’s office is located in Cambridge, MA. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not being offered at this time. Extensive travel is not currently expected.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job as they may change at any time with or without notice.

Epipelagic Ventures is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

To apply: Please submit your resume and supporting documents using the link provided. No phone calls, please.