EXTREME PROGRAMMING (XP) AND PAIR PROGRAMMING CONSULTANT

at  SVITLA SYSTEMS

Svitla Systems Inc. is looking for an Extreme Programming (XP) and Pair Programming Consultant for a full-time position (40 hours per week) in Argentina. Our client is an American cloud-based software company headquartered in San Francisco, California. It provides customer relationship management (CRM) software and applications focused on sales, customer service, marketing automation, e-commerce, analytics, and application development. It is a leading provider of several customer relationship management (CRM) services, including sales cloud service, cloud marketing cloud, and commerce cloud and platform. They serve various industries, including finance, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, telecommunications, and more. The client provides industry-specific solutions tailored to the unique needs of each sector. With a solid commitment to innovation, security, and corporate responsibility, they remain a dominant force in the CRM industry. It’s a 6-month engagement remotely or on-site in Seattle/San Francisco.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of strong experience as an Extreme Programming (XP) and Pair Programming Consultant.
• Strong skills in mentoring and coaching, particularly with junior developers.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote setting or onsite in Seattle/San Francisco.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate remotely or onsite with junior developers in Seattle/San Francisco to enforce XP practices and pair programming techniques.
• Mentor and guide junior developers, helping them quickly transition to mid/senior levels.
• Ensure adherence to XP principles, including test-driven development (TDD), continuous integration, and frequent releases.
• Facilitate effective pair programming sessions, providing constructive feedback and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Assist in the development and refinement of agile processes within the team.
• Participate in code reviews, offering insights and suggestions to improve code quality and maintainability.
• Support the team in adopting and implementing best practices for software development.
• Aim to significantly elevate the skill levels of junior developers within 6 months.

Will be a plus:

• Good knowledge of Java and Go.

We Offer:

• US and EU projects based on advanced technologies.
• Competitive compensation based on skills and experience.
• Annual performance appraisals.
• Remote-friendly culture and no micromanagement.
• Bonuses for recommendations of new employees.
• Bonuses for article writing, public talks, other activities.
• 15 vacation days, 10 national holidays, sick leaves.
• Udemy unlimited training account.
• Free webinars, meetups and conferences organized by Svitla.
• Fun corporate celebrations and activities.
• Awesome team, friendly and supportive community!

About Svitla:
Svitla Systems is a global trusted IT solutions company headquartered in California, with business and development offices throughout the US, Latin America, Europe, and Asia. Svitla is an outspoken advocate of workplace flexibility, best known for its well-established remote culture, individual approach to our teammate’s professional and personal growth, and family-like environment.
Since 2003, Svitla has served a wide range of clients, from innovative start-ups in California to mega-large corporations such as Ingenico, Amplience, InvoiceASAP and Global Citizen. At Svitla, developers work with clients’ teams directly, building lasting and successful partnerships, as a result of seamless integration with on-site processes.
Svitla Systems’ global mission is to build a business that contributes to the well-being of our partners, personnel and their families, improves our communities, and makes a lasting difference in the world. Join us!

• Collaborate remotely or onsite with junior developers in Seattle/San Francisco to enforce XP practices and pair programming techniques.
• Mentor and guide junior developers, helping them quickly transition to mid/senior levels.
• Ensure adherence to XP principles, including test-driven development (TDD), continuous integration, and frequent releases.
• Facilitate effective pair programming sessions, providing constructive feedback and fostering a collaborative environment.
• Assist in the development and refinement of agile processes within the team.
• Participate in code reviews, offering insights and suggestions to improve code quality and maintainability.
• Support the team in adopting and implementing best practices for software development.
• Aim to significantly elevate the skill levels of junior developers within 6 months