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Software Developer II

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Benevity

Benevity

501-1,000 employees

Software for corporate social responsibility initiatives

Enterprise Software
Social Impact

Mid

Toronto, ON, Canada

Category
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
PHP
Microsoft Azure
Python
JavaScript
React.js
Java
AWS
Vue.js
REST APIs
AngularJS
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • Degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience
  • 3+ years of full-stack software development experience
  • 3+ years experience with as a software developer using OOP concepts and languages like Java, PHP or Python
  • 3+ years of professional experience using modern JavaScript frameworks such as Vue, Angular or React
  • Some experience with cloud-based services (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Proficiency working with RESTful APIs and data handling
  • An API-first approach, loosely coupled systems, and domain driven design
  • A pride in code quality and approaches towards testing
  • Demonstrable experience working with legacy code and the ability to optimize existing systems
  • A track record for building high-quality, maintainable, testable, and scalable software
  • A strength in pragmatically designing, building and deploying scalable, highly-available systems
  • An ability to think abstractly and are comfortable with ambiguous/undefined problems
  • Excellent communication skills: you understand user needs and have the ability to translate them into actionable pieces of work
  • An attitude of leaving code/processes/people better than when you got there
  • A belief that companies should be socially responsible

Benevity provides software solutions that help businesses incorporate social impact and corporate responsibility into their operations. Their platform includes tools for employee and customer engagement, as well as community investment, allowing companies to create, manage, and measure their social initiatives. Benevity operates on a subscription-based model, offering features like a giving API and branded giving portals, which enable businesses to engage stakeholders and support nearly 2 million nonprofits globally. What sets Benevity apart from competitors is its focus on integrating purpose into business practices, helping companies attract and retain employees and customers through meaningful social impact initiatives. The goal of Benevity is to enhance the social responsibility of businesses and contribute positively to society.

Company Stage

Series C

Total Funding

$40M

Headquarters

Calgary, Canada

Founded

2008

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

-16%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Benevity's leadership in the ESG sector and its innovative products, like the Climate Action Kit, position it as a key player in addressing global challenges such as climate change.
  • The surge in corporate volunteerism and the company's focus on DEI initiatives highlight its ability to attract and retain talent, making it an appealing workplace for purpose-driven individuals.
  • Strategic partnerships, such as with Count Us In, enhance Benevity's impact and expand its reach in the social responsibility landscape.

What critics are saying

  • Economic uncertainties and recent layoffs, including a 14% staff reduction, could impact employee morale and operational efficiency.
  • The competitive landscape in the ESG and corporate responsibility sector is intensifying, requiring continuous innovation to maintain market leadership.

What makes Benevity unique

  • Benevity's all-in-one software solution uniquely integrates purpose-driven initiatives into business operations, setting it apart from competitors who may offer more fragmented services.
  • The company's strong focus on ESG and social impact reporting, exemplified by the launch of Benevity Impact Reports, provides clients with unparalleled insights into their corporate responsibility efforts.
  • Benevity's extensive network, supporting nearly 2 million nonprofits worldwide, offers a breadth of engagement opportunities that few competitors can match.