EA-Software Engineer

US Base Salary Range : $74,600 - $120,000 DOE

About Us

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.

About the Role

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.

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.

Key Responsibilities

Design and implement features for voter and donor management systems

Develop and maintain third-party integrations

Write clean, maintainable code and contribute to system architecture

Mentor junior engineers through code reviews and collaborative development

Deliver high-quality software frequently and reliably

Contribute to AI-powered features and product enhancements

Collaborate with product management and cross-functional engineering teams

Ensure solutions meet performance, security, and scalability standards

Requirements

3 years of software engineering experience

2 years of hands-on experience with core technologies

Strong JavaScript skills, especially with ReactJS

Solid understanding of web scalability challenges and solutions

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Interest in applying AI tools and prompt engineering in development workflows

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Preferred Qualifications

5+ years of software development experience

Proficiency in C# and ASP.NET

Experience working with SQL Server

Experience in political software or campaign technology

Familiarity with AI development tools such as ChatGPT, Cursor, or equivalents

Hands-on experience with Azure, Redis, and ElasticSearch

Experience with AWS cloud services

Why Join Us

Build tools that support democratic and progressive causes

Collaborate with forward-thinking teams using cutting-edge AI tools

Work in a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and impact

Enjoy competitive compensation and benefits

If you're a seasoned software engineer with a passion for innovation and civic impact, we'd 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.

This position is a part of a bargaining union represented by CWA Local 1101, 1400, 2336, or 13000.

At this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require current or future sponsorship for employment authorization.

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Our Culture

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 here.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being and growth - explore full details here.

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 VAN's total rewards package, which may also include bonuses, incentives, equity, and a comprehensive benefits program.

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Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

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.

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please submit a request.