The Raspberry Pi Foundation is looking to solve the problem of enabling young people to realize their full potential through the power of computer science and digital technologies by improving the Blockly library and its accessibility.
Requirements
- Demonstrable experience of working as a professional Software Engineer with a focus on web technologies
- Experience with TypeScript and at least one web framework technology such as React, Angular, or similar
- Experience with block-based programming
- Experience with Webpack, or similar build systems
- TypeScript
- React, Angular, or similar web framework technology
- Webpack, or similar build systems
Responsibilities
- Implement features in the Blockly library and plugins, balancing flexibility and backwards compatibility with developer ergonomics
- Work with members of the team and open source contributors to deliver high-quality software with measurable impact
- Provide courteous and helpful technical support to Blockly developers by answering questions, filing bugs, and triaging issues
- Participate in the annual Blockly Summit by speaking about your work and interacting with developers in-person
- Improve the accessibility of the Blockly library by following best practices for accessible web development
- Ensure compatibility across multiple browsers, OSes, and types of hardware, with a focus on end user experience
- Ensure compatibility with web frameworks ( React, Vue, Svelte)
Other
- A proactive, pragmatic, and supportive attitude along with being happy to provide and receive constructive feedback
- Interpersonal skills (verbal and written communications), with a collaborative approach to work effectively as part of a cross-disciplinary team
- An interest in education, especially around computer science, block-based programming, and/or accessible computing
- Paid time off, including 15 days of paid time off and 3 additional days of paid time off for company-wide closure
- Retirement Savings Plan (401)(k) with 100% match of employee contributions up to 5%
