Senior Software Engineer, Backend

About Barayamal
Barayamal supports First Nations entrepreneurship in Australia through programs, resources, mentoring and practical support.
Role overview
We’re looking for a volunteer Senior Software Engineer, Backend to help improve the digital tools that support our programs and operations. This is an unpaid, remote volunteer role for someone currently living in Australia. There are no fixed minimum hours; contributions are agreed around your availability.
What you may help with
- Design and improve backend services, APIs, databases and integrations.
- Review code, support testing and document technical decisions.
- Work with other volunteers on practical software improvements that can be completed remotely.
- Share knowledge and join occasional remote check-ins when mutually convenient.
Preferred experience
- Software engineering or equivalent project experience in backend development.
- Familiarity with databases, APIs, Git, testing and collaborative development.
- Clear communication and an interest in supporting First Nations entrepreneurship.
Volunteer terms
This is not paid employment. There are no fixed shifts, mandatory attendance requirements, penalties for absence or guaranteed tasks. Contributions are flexible and agreed around your availability. You can pause or step back if circumstances change with reasonable notice.

Work arrangement
Yes