About Spaak:

Spaak is at the forefront of AI-driven solutions, committed to furthering democracy through technological innovation. Our flagship product, Hamilton, is a cutting-edge AI-powered public affairs platform that is transforming the landscape of political analysis and decision-making.

Role Overview:

We are excited to offer a unique opportunity for a Gap Year Software Developer to join our dynamic team. This position is ideal for a talented individual who is taking a year off from studies and is passionate about making a significant impact in the tech world, particularly in the realm of AI and political technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development and enhancement of our AI-powered platform, Hamilton.

• Collaborate with a team of experienced developers, data scientists, and political analysts to integrate new features and improve user experience.

• Participate in the entire software development lifecycle, including design, coding, testing, and deployment.

• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.

• Stay abreast of the latest technological trends and apply this knowledge to your work.

Qualifications:

• Recently completed a Bachelor's degree or high school diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, Typescript, Java, or JavaScript.

• Familiarity with AI and machine learning concepts is a plus.

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a keen attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Why Join Spaak?

• Work on groundbreaking AI technology that is shaping the future of democracy.

• Collaborative and innovative work environment with a team of experts in AI, politics, and software development.

• Opportunity to develop professional skills and gain valuable industry experience during your gap year.

• Competitive compensation and flexible work arrangements.

How to Apply:

Please follow the following process carefully in order to be considered for the position: (1) Read about us and research the space as much as possible. (2) Reflect on your qualifications and write a cover letter explaining why you want to work with us. For example, what have you done before that you are proud of? Which particular skills do you have? (3) Create a resume or CV. (4) Merge the cover letter and resume/CV together and attach them to your application on this site.

We are looking forward to you joining us at Spaak, where your work contributes to building a more democratic tomorrow!