<div><strong>How to apply</strong> Include a maximum 2-minute loom video (free) describing why you think you're a good fit for the role as your answer to the applicant question 'what interests you about this role?'.<br><br></div><div><strong>About WeGive</strong> WeGive is a 5-year-old SaaS fundraising platform serving nonprofit organizations with branded domain solutions and deep CRM integrations. We're a small, impactful team building technology that helps nonprofits, mostly christian ministries, raise more money and manage donor relationships effectively.<br><br></div><div><strong>The Role</strong> We're looking for a senior backend engineer who can own problems end-to-end and work independently. This isn't a role where you'll receive detailed specifications—you'll be expected to understand business requirements, propose solutions, scope your own work realistically, and deliver quality code with minimal oversight.<br><br></div><div>As a growing startup, we need engineers who can take ownership of entire problem domains, work autonomously, and drive solutions forward without constant direction.<br><br></div><div>We’re looking for a developer who ships — not just someone who writes great code.<br><br></div><div>At WeGive, the difference between a good engineer and a great one isn’t syntax or style; it’s the ability to deliver working features that users actually use and love. You’ll be responsible for building clean, maintainable systems and getting them into production quickly and reliably.<br><br></div><div>You should be comfortable balancing quality and speed, understanding tradeoffs, and iterating toward better solutions instead of waiting for perfect ones. You’ll think in terms of business impact and user outcomes, not just technical purity.<br><br></div><div>The best developers on our team: • Ship working versions early and improve them. • Think about the user experience, not just the architecture. • Communicate tradeoffs clearly and make pragmatic calls. • Document what matters and help others move faster.<br><br></div><div>If you can consistently take an idea from concept to production — cleanly, thoughtfully, and fast — you’ll thrive here.<br><br></div><div><strong>What You'll Actually Work On<br></strong><br></div><div><em>Infrastructure &amp; Performance<br></em><br></div><ul><li>Optimize MySQL queries and database architecture</li><li>Manage AWS systems and deployment infrastructure</li><li>Debug and resolve production issues independently</li><li>Improve system performance and scalability</li></ul><div><em>Integration Work<br></em><br></div><ul><li>Build and maintain integrations with nonprofit CRM systems</li><li>Handle complex data migrations and transformations between platforms</li><li>Work with nonprofit data models and custom CRM objects</li><li>Debug integration issues using logs and API documentation</li></ul><div><em>Core Platform Development</em> Build and maintain our Laravel backend systems Implement new features with proper architecture and testing Handle partial refund logic, payment processing, and financial operations Build and maintain APIs for our branded domain infrastructure<br><br></div><div><strong>What We're Looking For<br></strong><br></div><div><em>Must-Haves<br></em><br></div><ul><li>7+ years backend development experience with proven ability to work independently</li><li>Strong Laravel/PHP expertise - you should know this framework deeply</li><li>MySQL optimization skills - understanding indexes, query performance, and database design</li><li>AWS experience - comfortable managing cloud infrastructure and deployments</li><li>Realistic scope estimation - you understand what you can deliver and communicate honestly about timelines</li><li>Ownership mindset - you see problems through to completion without needing constant check-ins</li><li>Strong written communication - you document decisions, write clear technical documentation, and communicate async effectively</li></ul><div><em>Strong Preferences<br></em><br></div><ul><li>Experience with nonprofit CRM platforms and data models</li><li>DNS/domain management experience</li><li>Deployment platform experience (Laravel Forge or similar)</li><li>History of reducing technical debt while shipping features</li><li>Experience working in small teams or startups where you wore multiple hats</li></ul><div><strong>What Won't Work<br></strong><br></div><ul><li>Need for detailed specifications before starting work</li><li>Difficulty estimating scope or consistent timeline overruns</li><li>Waiting for permission or direction on every decision</li><li>Lack of initiative in investigating and solving problems</li><li>Poor communication about blockers or delays</li></ul><div><strong>Our Tech Stack<br></strong><br></div><ul><li><strong>Backend</strong>: Laravel 10+, PHP 8+</li><li><strong>Database</strong>: MySQL</li><li><strong>Infrastructure</strong>: AWS systems</li><li><strong>Integrations</strong>: Nonprofit CRM APIs, payment processors, and third-party services</li><li><strong>Version Control</strong>: GitHub</li></ul><div><strong>The Team</strong> You'll be joining a small, focused engineering team at a remote-first startup. We value self-direction, clear communication, and taking ownership of your work. The team handles everything from new feature development to production support to customer data migrations, and everyone is expected to contribute across the stack as needed.<br><br></div><div><strong>What We Offer<br></strong><br></div><ul><li>Fully remote work environment</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits</li><li>Opportunity to have significant impact on nonprofit fundraising</li><li>Direct collaboration with leadership on technical architecture</li><li>Exposure to complex integration challenges across multiple platforms</li><li>Chance to shape our technical direction as we grow</li></ul>

Senior Backend Software Engineer

<div><strong>Principal/Senior Software Engineer (Application Development)</strong>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Location:</strong> Houston, TX — Hybrid (3 days in person, 2 days WFH)&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>About Wise Rock</strong>&nbsp;</div><div>Wise Rock builds software that dramatically amplifies—rather than replaces—human capability. Today, that looks like lightning-fast data visualization for production engineers, integrating data from disparate systems into an intuitive web app to visualize production on a single screen, set accurate targets, categorize variance events, and collaborate cross-functionally. We’ve grown revenue 10x+ in the last two years, with 15%+ of onshore U.S. oil production managed on Wise Rock, and we’re still in our infancy—scaling in Oil &amp; Gas and expanding to new industries. Our long-term vision includes launching a venture studio to extend our impact.&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Why We Exist &amp; How We Behave</strong>&nbsp;</div><div>Mission: To glorify God and reimagine work as we seek to bring flourishing to the world.&nbsp;</div><div>Values: Love, Courage, Humility, Integrity. We prioritize culture first, maintain a healthy 40–45 hr/week cadence, practice strategic generosity, think with a perpetual time horizon (not building to sell), and openly depend on God in our leadership practices.&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>The Role — Summary</strong>&nbsp;</div><div>In addition to feature development and responding to production issues, you will play an integral role in shaping the future of Wise Rock’s technology as we grow. Joining a small but rapidly expanding team, you’ll have outsized influence on the product, tech stack, and the way we build—making thoughtful decisions around architecture, performance, and reliability while continuously building quality into every layer of the application. You’ll help define and refine engineering practices, champion clean code and testing standards, and explore tools that elevate both individual and team performance. This is a highly collaborative, high-ownership role.&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>What You’ll Do</strong>&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><ul><li>Build unique, challenging features for data visualization and high performance.</li><li>Explore and experiment with different technologies to inform possible solutions.</li><li>Influence coding patterns and practices and collaborate actively on shared work.</li><li>Work across new business features, re-designs, performance enhancements, and code quality improvements.</li></ul><div>&nbsp;<br><br>&nbsp;<br><strong>Our Stack / Environment</strong><br>&nbsp;<br><br></div><ul><li><strong>Frontend:</strong> React, TypeScript</li><li><strong>Backend:</strong> Node</li><li><strong>Data:</strong> Postgres</li><li><strong>Testing/Quality:</strong> Vitest, Storybook, Playwright</li><li><strong>Cloud/Platform:</strong> AWS, GitHub</li><li><strong>Process:</strong> Scrum, Continuous Delivery</li></ul><div>&nbsp;<br><br>&nbsp;<br><strong>What You’ll Bring (Experience &amp; Proficiencies)</strong><br>&nbsp;<br><br></div><ul><li>5+ years of compelling frontend experience (React + TypeScript).</li><li>Broad full-stack range: frontend, backend, SQL databases, CI/CD workflows, observability, cloud infrastructure, and IaC.</li><li>Proven feature ownership end-to-end (design → deployment → maintenance).</li><li>Principal-level tech leadership: leading/participating in architecture and SDLC decisions.</li></ul><div>&nbsp;<br><br>&nbsp;<br><strong>Company Fit</strong><br>&nbsp;<br><br></div><ul><li>Deep alignment with Wise Rock’s values; motivated to integrate work and purpose in healthy ways.</li><li>Self-starter with a growth mindset; comfortable with ambiguity and proactive ownership.</li><li>Fast learner and results-driven problem solver who selects optimal paths quickly.</li><li>Excellent communicator and collaborator who helps the team thrive with joy and excellence.</li></ul><div>&nbsp;<br><br>&nbsp;<br><strong>Role Fit</strong><br>&nbsp;<br><br></div><ul><li>Craftsman: enjoys writing elegant code and creating order from chaos.</li><li>Highly involved: comfortable giving/receiving feedback and collaborating on technical and product work; willing to step in, even when unfamiliar.</li><li>Pragmatic: balances high business value with high-quality code and sound tradeoffs.</li></ul><div>&nbsp;<br><br>&nbsp;<br><strong>Compensation &amp; Benefits</strong><br>&nbsp;<br><br></div><ul><li>Competitive base compensation commensurate with experience.</li><li>Discretionary profit sharing (target ~10% of salary).</li><li>401(k) with company match up to 5% of annual salary.</li><li>Unlimited PTO (we encourage regular vacations/breaks).</li><li>100% employer-paid medical/dental premiums.</li></ul><div>&nbsp;<br><br>&nbsp;<br><strong>Apply</strong><br> <br>Email your résumé or LinkedIn profile to <strong>cade@wiserocksoftware.com</strong>.<br> <br>Learn more at <strong>wiserocksoftware.com</strong>.<br> <br><br> <br><strong>Sources:</strong> Role, stack, responsibilities, qualifications, benefits, culture and practices are drawn from your job specification.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; <br><br><br> <br>Want me to tailor variants for <strong>LinkedIn</strong>, <strong>Wellfound</strong>, or <strong>Indeed</strong> formatting (each has slightly different truncation and keyword quirks)?<br>&nbsp;</div>

Senior / Principal Full Stack Software Engineer

<div>At Phoenix Seminary, we are committed to training men and women for Christ-centered ministry for the building up of healthy churches in Phoenix and around the world. We live out this mission through our distinctive blend of deep scholarship and a shepherd’s heart.</div><div><br></div><div>As our Seminary continues to grow, we’re excited to welcome a dedicated <strong>Information Technology Specialist</strong> to our team. In this role, you’ll be at the heart of our campus technology operations, ensuring that students, faculty, and staff have the tools and support they need to thrive in both in-person and online environments.<br><br></div><div>You’ll provide hands-on support for all things IT—maintaining hardware, software, applications, AV equipment, and networks—while also helping us implement new and innovative tech solutions. You’ll serve as the go-to expert for our Learning Management System (LMS), supporting the delivery and upkeep of graduate-level online courses, and helping ensure a seamless digital experience for our learning community.<br><br></div><div>This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is passionate about technology, values collaboration, and is excited to serve in a faith-based academic environment. If you love problem-solving, thrive in a mission-driven culture, and want to play a key role in supporting theological education, we’d love to meet you.<br><br></div><div><br><br></div><div><strong>Reports to:</strong>&nbsp; Information Technology Manager</div><div><strong>&nbsp;</strong></div><div><strong>Classification</strong>&nbsp; Full-Time, Exempt<br><br></div><div><strong>&nbsp;</strong></div><div><strong>Principal Responsibilities</strong></div><ol><li>Production, Project Management, and Communication</li><li>Produce new online courses according to the set production schedule and maintain, update, and improve all online courses.</li><li>Communicate with subject matter experts to coordinate the design and construction of new online courses and make improvements to existing courses. &nbsp;</li><li>Assist and consult with faculty, staff, and other subject matter experts regarding best practices for web-based user interface patterns and user experience.</li><li>Produce or procure visual assets, including icons, photos, graphics charts, videos, animated gifs, and printed media such as syllabi.</li><li>Research and evaluate new and emerging technologies, approaches, and policies for potential application to online courses and know related policies for their use.</li><li>Identify tasks, advise best practices, establish timelines and deadlines, and keep multiple projects in motion to completion.</li></ol><div>&nbsp;<br><strong>Engineering and implementation</strong></div><ol><li>Construct web pages using Moodle’s webpage editor and edit the pages in HTML, CSS, and Javascript as needed.&nbsp;</li><li>Create and maintain applications that automate administrative tasks.</li><li>Work closely with the Information Technology Manager to implement and maintain software, hardware, and networks.</li><li>Reduce siloing by creating and maintaining software integrations</li></ol><div><br><strong>Platform and Product Maintenance</strong></div><ol><li>Write and maintain Excel macros to streamline data entry and database synchronization processes between Phoenix Seminary’s LMS, SIS, CRM, and financial systems.</li><li>Update course web pages with current information every semester.&nbsp;</li></ol><div><br><strong>Quality Assurance</strong></div><ol><li>Test the online course web application for both functionality and content to create an industry-leading online educational experience.</li><li>Identify, reproduce, and fix bugs in the seminary’s software applications or report them to the proper stakeholders (e.g., platform service providers like Open LMS, Information Technology Manager,&nbsp; faculty, or other staff.</li><li>Work closely with the Information Technology Manager to create and maintain data entry policies and databases that enable for accurate and easily accessible data for administration.&nbsp;</li><li>Work closely with the Information Technology Manager to administrate software and domain access.</li><li>General API knowledge</li></ol><div><br><strong>Customer service, training, and support</strong></div><ol><li>Design and produce tutorials for students, faculty, and staff, including videos, instructional animations, and technical writing—update as necessary.</li><li>Answer emails, phone calls, and provide customer support for software applications students and faculty use.&nbsp;</li><li>Provide training for faculty in the use of Moodle features (e.g., quiz/exam creation, gradebook, discussion questions, etc.), as well as web-based applications such as Harmonize and Turnitin.</li><li>Plan, develop, and conduct workshops/activities for faculty and staff on the effective use of information technology such as web-based software programs and computers.&nbsp;</li><li>Help desk experience with ticketing system</li><li>Other duties as assigned.&nbsp;</li></ol><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Education and Experience</strong></div><ol><li>Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in computer information systems, information technology, education, business, or related field. Graduate theological education is a plus</li><li>Minimum of two (2) year’s experience in information technology, online course development, and systems management. Experience in graduate higher education preferred.</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat Pro, including advanced proficiency in Excel.</li><li>Proven track record of excellent customer service.</li><li>Basic knowledge of programming and scripting languages, including HTML5, SQL, VBA, and Python.</li><li>AV experience is a plus.</li><li>Knowledge of:</li><li>web-based user interface and user experience best practices</li><li>learning management systems such as Moodle</li><li>relational database models and queries &nbsp;</li><li>Skill in:</li><li>designing web-based and mobile UI and UX</li><li>reasoning logically and methodically through complex and abstract software relationships</li><li>visual design and making effective use of digital communication media and channels</li><li>web-based software design and engineering</li></ol><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Needed Attributes</strong></div><ol><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills, efficient and pleasant telephone and personal contact abilities.</li><li>Excellent organizational and project management abilities. Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and be a self-starter.</li><li>Problem-solving skills and creative, solution-oriented thinking.</li><li>A strong work ethic.</li><li>Ability to work with diverse personality types.</li></ol><div><strong>&nbsp;</strong></div><div><strong>Physical Requirements &nbsp;</strong></div><ol><li>Occasional light lifting – 25 lbs. or less.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Constant sitting, typing, and viewing a computer screen.</li></ol><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Work Schedule</strong></div><div>Ability to work regularly Monday through Friday, assigned schedule, with hours outside regular work schedule as needed.</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><strong>Evaluation</strong></div><div>The position described above, like other staff, will be evaluated at the end of an Introductory Period (90-day review) and then annually.</div><div><br><br></div><div><strong>Benefits:</strong></div><div>1. Paid Employee Medical</div><div>2. Tuition Reimbursement</div><div>3. Up to 20 Days in accrued PTO</div><div>4. 1 Floating Holiday</div><div>5. 2 Weeks of Holiday Pay (the entire week from 12/25 - 12/31 paid)&nbsp;</div><div>6. Professional Development Opportunities</div>

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