Junior Backend Developer
Kanehl Consulting - Junior Backend Developer Contract Position
About Us
We're a growing SAAS and independent consulting business based in West Salem, WI, specializing in manufacturing data collection and analysis. Founded by a UW La Crosse and UW Madison alumni, we're looking for talented individuals to join our team and contribute to exciting projects.
The Opportunity
We're seeking a Junior Backend Developer contractor to help build and maintain robust server-side applications. This is a contract position ideal for students nearing graduation or recent graduates looking to gain professional experience in a dynamic environment.
If you're a self-starter who's passionate about building scalable backend systems, eager to learn, and excited about creating clean, maintainable code, we want to hear from you! This position is an excellent opportunity to build your professional portfolio, gain valuable experience, and potentially kickstart your career in software development.
Position Details
- Location: Fully remote with opportunities for in-person meetings if desired
- Hours: Flexible
- Duration: Initial project-based contract with possibility of extension
- Start Date: As soon as possible
- Compensation: project based, $100 for one month project
- Effective hourly rate is very low
- This is a job for junior devs needing professional work on their resume and not meant to be a sustainable long term job
- As a small tech startup I have very little income right now
- Work Authorization: For direct contracts you need to be US based, but I am willing to work through 3rd party contract houses if needed for non-US contractors
What You'll Do
- Design and implement backend services
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code
- Work with databases and implement data access patterns
- Consume and communicate with APIs for data transfer
- Create and maintain technical documentation
- Collaborate with team members using Agile methodologies and Scrum-like ceremonies
- Contribute ideas and challenge assumptions to improve our products and processes
Required Skills
- Proficiency in either Node.js or C#/.NET
- Experience with RESTful APIs
- Understanding of database design and SQL
- Knowledge of version control systems (Git)
- Strong testing mindset and experience with unit testing
- Ability to work independently and manage your time effectively
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Experience with ORMs (Entity Framework, Sequelize, etc.)
- Knowledge of both Node.js and .NET ecosystems
- Familiarity with Docker and containerization
- Understanding of CI/CD principles
- Basic knowledge of cloud services (Azure, AWS)
- Experience with message queues and background processing
What We Offer
- Hands-on experience in a real-world business environment
- Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals
- Exposure to current programming tools and practices
- Opportunity to work on meaningful projects for clients
- Flexible work arrangements
- Potential funding for conferences or learning materials
- Networking opportunities to help advance your career
- Possibility to start or work on open source projects
Company Culture and Work Environment
We're committed to creating an exceptional opportunity for career growth for our contractors. Our approach includes:
- Carefully chosen technologies to enhance your resume and marketability
- Tailored experiences to help you grow as a professional
- Openness to new ideas and technologies based on your interests
- Belief that excited, engaged developers produce better work
- Support for exploring and contributing to open source projects
- Flexible project choices to align with your career goals and interests
Growth Opportunities
While this is a short-term contract position, top performers may be considered for extended contracts or potential full-time positions as our business grows. We're invested in your professional development and will actively help you find better job opportunities through our network.
Selection Process
- Initial application review
- Complete coding challenge https://gist.github.com/TheCodingCanal/e6bc42c29eeb033dbc1cb152a4dcbf7f
- Virtual or in-person interview
- First project
- Decision on continued collaboration
This unique selection process allows both parties to evaluate the working relationship with minimal risk. If either party feels it's not a good fit after the initial project, we can part ways amicably.
Important Notes
- This is a project-based contract position with the possibility of extension based on performance and mutual fit
- Compensation is entry-level, reflecting the beginner nature of the role
- As a contractor, you will be responsible for your own taxes and benefits
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
To Apply
Please send your resume and a brief explanation of why you're interested in this position to:
Jesse Dahir-Kanehl, Owner of Kanehl Consulting
thecodingcanal@gmail.com