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<p><span>US Base Salary Range: $74,600 - $120,000</span> DOE</p><p></p><h1><b>About Us</b></h1><p></p><p>NGP VAN is the winningest technology platform in the history of democratic and progressive causes, working tirelessly to innovate and advance the technology our clients rely on to bolster our democracy. We help power the trailblazers, campaigners, and advocates fighting up and down the ticket for equality, racial justice, reproductive freedom, democracy, climate reform, and more— including the national Democratic committees and progressive organizations, thousands of Democratic campaigns, hundreds of labor unions, advocacy organizations, progressive and non-partisan PACs, and other organizations.</p><p></p><h1><b>About the Role</b></h1><p></p><p>We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join Bonterra/NGP VAN’s Political, Fundraising, and Engagement team. You’ll help build and scale essential tools that empower progressive political campaigns and nonprofit organizations to manage donors, volunteers, events, and outreach.</p><p></p><p>This role offers the opportunity to work on industry-leading applications and leverage modern technologies including ASP.NET, ReactJS, SQL Server, Azure, AWS, Redis, ElasticSearch, and Auth0 for authentication and identity management.</p><p></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li><p>Design and implement features for voter and donor management systems</p></li><li><p>Develop and maintain third-party integrations</p></li><li><p>Write clean, maintainable code and contribute to system architecture</p></li><li><p>Mentor junior engineers through code reviews and collaborative development</p></li><li><p>Deliver high-quality software frequently and reliably</p></li><li><p>Contribute to AI-powered features and product enhancements</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with product management and cross-functional engineering teams</p></li><li><p>Ensure solutions meet performance, security, and scalability standards</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Requirements</b></p><ul><li><p>3 years of software engineering experience</p></li><li><p>2 years of hands-on experience with core technologies</p></li><li><p>Strong JavaScript skills, especially with ReactJS</p></li><li><p>Solid understanding of web scalability challenges and solutions</p></li><li><p>Excellent communication and teamwork skills</p></li><li><p>Interest in applying AI tools and prompt engineering in development workflows</p></li><li><p>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p><ul><li><p>5+ years of software development experience</p></li><li><p>Proficiency in C# and ASP.NET</p></li><li><p>Experience working with SQL Server</p></li><li><p>Experience in political software or campaign technology</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with AI development tools such as ChatGPT, Cursor, or equivalents</p></li><li><p>Hands-on experience with Azure, Redis, and ElasticSearch</p></li><li><p>Experience with AWS cloud services</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Why Join Us</b></p><ul><li><p>Build tools that support democratic and progressive causes</p></li><li><p>Collaborate with forward-thinking teams using cutting-edge AI tools</p></li><li><p>Work in a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and impact</p></li><li><p>Enjoy competitive compensation and benefits</p></li></ul><p></p><p>If youre a seasoned software engineer with a passion for innovation and civic impact, wed love to hear from you! We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. You are welcome to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification listed.</p><p></p><p><b>This position is a part of a bargaining union represented by CWA Local 1101, 1400, 2336, or 13000.</b></p><p></p><p><i>At this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require current or future sponsorship for employment authorization. </i></p><p></p><p>____________________________________________________________________________________</p><p></p><p></p><h1><b>Our Culture</b></h1><p>At NGP VAN, we foster an inclusive, equitable culture where every team member belongs and contributes to meaningful impact. Read more about our values and culture <a target='_blank' href='https://www.bonterratech.com/culture-values-and-deib'><span><u>here.</u></span></a></p><p></p><h1><b>Compensation & Benefits</b></h1><p>We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being and growth - explore full details <a target='_blank' href='https://www.bonterratech.com/careers'><span><u>here.</u></span></a> </p><p></p><p><i>Compensation and benefits for this role apply to full-time employees in the United States and may vary based on local standards, laws and norms. Pay is determined by location, skills, experience, and education, and is one part of NGP VANs total rewards package, which may also include bonuses, incentives, equity, and a comprehensive benefits program. </i></p><p></p><p>____________________________________________________________________________________</p><p></p><h1><b>Equal Opportunity & Accommodations</b></h1><p>At NGP VAN, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.<b> </b></p><p></p><p>If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please <a target='_blank' href='https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=0FZT8l0YxkOCliCkFvHNj0w0euElBs9Erq16k2CMofxURTZWVzZNUFVPRjhWUzZBQkNKNzczQ1YzNy4u'><span><u>submit a request.</u></span></a></p>

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