REMOTE, Software Development Codecamp Instructor (Java)

Our Client is an intensive in-person and online education provider helping individuals and companies acquire in-demand technology skills for the modern workforce. Through their full-time and part-time coding bootcamps and company partnerships, they teach students and employees from diverse backgrounds to become software developers—while also helping them to build career-readiness skills and connections through their nationally recognized curricular program.

Their mission is to elevate people, companies, and communities and, since 2015, they have been transforming lives through technology education. In 2020, they were listed as the 16th fastest growing education company in the US, and they have consistently led their industry in performance outcomes. They are also proud to be listed among Purpose Jobs 2022 Best Places to Work in Midwest Tech.

"For us, it’s not just work; every team member contributes to a life changing program. We work hard to help our students uncover the best version of themselves, while working for a brand that empowers every employee to continually evolve and grow."

Medical insurance with 100% employer covered HRA
Equity in a fast-growing company
Dental and Vision insurance
Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance are 100% employer covered
Basic Life Insurance is 100% employer covered
Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
Supplemental Term Life Insurance
401k with 5% company match
Robust Employee Assistance Program

The are looking for Senior Software Engineers who are looking to give back, and help shape the minds of future Developers. If you have a passion for helping others, mentoring, and improving the lives of others, this opportunity is for you!

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, experience, and attributes:

• 8+ years of experience with hands on development
• Strong knowledge and experience with Java (Spring Boot / Spring MVC)
• Experience with .HTML/CSS/JavaScript
• Familiarity with full stack
• Experience mentoring, coaching and/or leading junior developers
• Full professional proficiency or bilingual proficiency in English
• Knowledge of Agile
• Strong communication skills
• Genuine desire to help others learn
• Strong visionary skills and creativity
• Comfortable guiding students through structured lesson plans while giving real-world examples when needed
• Ability to stand for at least 5 hours at a time
• Ability to work some evenings

Essential Functions:

• Technical Education
• Responsible for effectively utilizing the Tech Elevator curriculum to facilitate technical education of students.
• Ensures that lectures are approachable, focused, engaging, and valuable, being:
• Mindful of examples that can be understood by a novice
• Timely in the objectives being covered in the time allotted
• Enthusiastic with his/her/their delivery
• Conveys a sense of enthusiasm for programming and the field of software development that can motivate and inspire students
• Maintains students’ respect and confidence by being consistently knowledgeable and prepared to present curriculum material
• Complies with the record-keeping policies and procedures related to student performance (e.g. grading, attendance, quiz scores, etc.).