Full Stack Developer for Stirling PDF

Overview

Join Stirling PDF, an innovative and rapidly growing startup dedicated to creating self-hosted, open-source PDF editing software. We're committed to challenging the predatory practices of expensive PDF companies, by offering a secure, privacy-focused OSS alternative. As a full stack developer, you'll be a crucial part of our fully remote based team, contributing to both front-end and back-end development and helping us revolutionize the open-source software landscape.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain full stack applications using Java, Spring Boot, Spring Security, Thymeleaf, HTML, JavaScript, and CSS.
• Collaborate with the team to design and implement various front-end features, ensuring seamless user experiences.
• Engage with the open-source community, contributing to and managing issues on GitHub.
• Implement DevOps practices including Docker and GitHub Actions for continuous integration and deployment.
• Independently handle tasks, from development to QA, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and continuously improve code quality.
• Provide customer support for Stirling PDF issues during work hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience in full stack development, with a strong grasp of Java, Spring Boot, HTML, JavaScript, and CSS.
• Active involvement in open-source projects and communities ideally with Stirling-pdf directly
• Solid understanding of issue management and version control systems like Git.
• Experience with Docker and GitHub Actions.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a small team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Bonus: Knowledge of PDF technologies and libraries.
• Bonus: Knowledge of React and WASM
• Bonus: Experience in startups and Open-Core businesses

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work on a top 500 GitHub repository by star count and a top 20 Java GitHub repository.
• Be a part of a product with over 5 million Docker downloads.
• Fully remote work environment with a flexible schedule.
• Contribute to a mission-driven company that values user security and data privacy.
• Potential to significantly impact the open-source community and software landscape.