At a Glance
- Tasks: Join us to build AI agents and backend services for wildlife rescue.
- Company: WIRES, a passionate non-profit dedicated to Australian wildlife conservation.
- Benefits: 12-month contract with potential extension and meaningful work experience.
- Other info: Dynamic projects with opportunities for growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on wildlife preservation while developing your tech skills.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's in IT or related field; full stack development experience required.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 $ per year.
Wildlife Information Rescue And Education Service – Brookvale NSW
WIRES is undergoing a system overhaul and is looking for a software developer to join our team delivering solutions including backend services, APIs, AI agents, and front-end development. The projects are primarily green fields covering a number of frameworks and platforms which will be both challenging and rewarding. The broad range of projects is perfect for someone with a high internal drive and an aptitude to match, with the role able to grow with the right candidate. This is a 12-month fixed term contract with the potential for extension.
Key responsibilities:
- Building AI agents
- Backend service and internal APIs across multiple connected systems including Hubspot, AirCall, and custom rescue management software
- Managing and/or assisting to resolve urgent after-hours issues when required, particularly to support emergency events as needed
- Other projects as requested by management
About you:
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field or equivalent technical experience
- Experience in full stack software development, including web applications, APIs, databases and enterprise systems
- Experience writing and maintaining PHP applications
- Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC), testing practices and secure coding principles
- CRM experience, with Hubspot favoured
- Highly organised, reliable, efficient and detail oriented
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Strong conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to multi-task
- Proficiency in UK English spelling and writing
- Nonprofit or NGO experience (advantageous)
- Experience integrating with or developing with in HubSpot (advantageous)
- Project management and change management skills (advantageous)
About us:
WIRES is a well-established not for profit dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of native Australian wildlife. Our mission is to actively rehabilitate and preserve Australian wildlife and inspire others to do the same. WIRES plays a crucial role in protecting Australia's unique biodiversity.
Software Engineer employer: Wildlife Information Rescue And Education Service
WIRES is an exceptional employer for those passionate about wildlife conservation, offering a dynamic work environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of sick and injured native animals. With a strong commitment to employee growth, WIRES provides comprehensive training opportunities and the chance to engage with a supportive community of like-minded individuals. Based in Brookvale, NSW, this role allows for flexible, field-based work across the Greater Sydney area, ensuring that every day brings new challenges and rewarding experiences.
Contact Details:
Wildlife Information Rescue And Education Service Recruitment Team
