Job Title
Software Developer (Natural Language Processing)Location
GlobalPosition Type
Paid - RegularJob Description
A Software Developer (Natural Language Processing) at SIL is responsible for using their knowledge of programming languages and NLP to design software programs. Their duties include meeting with clients to determine their software needs, coding and testing software to ensure functionality, and updating software programs to refine components like cybersecurity measures and data storage capacities.Major Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and deploy software applications, new features, and defect fixes Design and develop unit tests and perform code reviews Work with team leader to collaborate, review, and deliver high quality software applications Participate as an integral and enthusiastic part of the team, exhibiting ownership, follow-through, initiative, awareness, and effective communication with peers and management Work with the team around a cohesive product roadmap
Minor Responsibilities:
Analyze software requirements by consulting with the user community Support user community with developer-level support Write technical reference documentation for the new software Participate in regular project status, planning, partnership, and strategic meetings Be available to travel to meet with the larger development team at least once per year Be available to travel biennially to the Language Technology Conference Participate in professional conferences and meetings
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
A servant heart attitude Demonstrated skills in software development and algorithms Demonstrated passion for programming and solving complex problems Demonstrated user interface design skills Good interpersonal skills of communication Good organizational skills The ability to quickly analyze and learn a large existing codebase The ability to make decisions in a timely manner The ability to generate multiple solutions to the problem The ability to quickly pick up technical concepts The ability to work both with a team and independently, and to multitask effectively
Education and Experience:
Software Developers (Natural Language Processing) should have experience in software engineering, a good understanding of the software development lifecycle, and natural language processing. Preferred experience includes: Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in/or equivalent experience in AI/NLP topics related to language processing. Experience with developing cloud-native applications (Kubernetes, Docker, Rancher) and Machine Learning tools and operations is also desirable, but we care more for a heart and mind that are always learning.
Training and Orientation:
Will complete the initial IT Software Department training program and relevant portions of IT Orientation.
Weekly Hours
40
