• Develop, maintain, and support our core backend APIs • Manage and refine API integrations with key external software • Maintain and update Piano software implementation on NPR.org • Partner to develop new front-end and back-end code that powers user lifecycle on NPR products • Collaborate across teams to implement A/B tests • Ensure technology meets security and compliance standards • Deploy consistent log monitoring • Leverage modern developer tooling • Write clean, efficient, and reusable code • Participate in all phases of quality assurance and defect resolution • Mentor and coach junior engineers

Description Schedule - Class schedule works well even if you already have a daytime job Work from Home (WFH) - Remote work must be performed while residing in California, New Mexico, Florida or Massachusetts CIAT Location: San Diego, CA and Albuquerque, NM Reports to: Dean of Education (DOE) Status: Non-Exempt Employment Type: Variable-Hour (Part-Time) Summary Are you passionate about positively changing the lives of others? California Institute of Applied Technology (CIAT) is growing and seeking educators and professionals with a passion for mentoring others. If this is you, please contact us! CIAT prepares students for professional success by offering practical training in today’s most competitive technology fields to make sure students are job-ready. With a large selection of courses, flexible schedules, and an online campus, we aim to empower the working student. We are laser-focused on student success, whether just starting out, making a career change, or transitioning into civilian life, CIAT prepares students for success! Teaching: - Available to teach synchronous online courses via Microsoft Teams on Monday and Tuesday every week - Plan and organize instruction in ways that maximize student learning and engagement - Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student’s needs - Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students - Current certifications in subjects taught Mastery of Subject Matter: - Demonstrate a thorough and accurate knowledge of their field or discipline - Connect their subject matter with related fields - Stay current in their subject matter through professional development, through involvement in professional organizations, and attending professional meetings, conference or workshop Adhering to College Policies and Procedures: - Ensure Student Database is fully updated and accurate at all times regarding student attendance and grade record information - Maintain compliance with accreditation related to instructional and the quality of education, scheduled class hours requirements and CIAT policies and procedures - Submit documentation: sign-in attendance, pre-post exams, lab sheets, student snapshots, and accreditation/state required documents and others as required - Communicate to management requirements for textbooks, handouts, supplies, equipment, exam vouchers and other items needed with sufficient notice to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement prior to class - Promote collaboration with other staff members and participate in the implementation of new projects, ideas, etc. - Adhere to the CIAT business casual attire. Clothing should be neat, clean, and without rips and holes. We are able to accommodate polo shirts. Please refer to the CIAT Employee Handbook for the complete policy. T-shirts, caps, hooded sweaters, and shorts are not permitted Requirements - Information Technology Instructors must provide official transcripts of bachelor's degree or higher (must be from an accredited institution) and certification on the subject being taught - We are looking for instructor with the following certification: CompTIA Linux+ - At least three years’ experience in the respective field OR two years of teaching experience - Synchronous online teaching experience preferred - Advanced subject matter expertise preferred with a commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with developments in the field - Effective presentation skills, communication and technology skills - Good working knowledge of MS Office applications including Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint as well as learning technologies such as Canvas - Work independently with minimal supervision, with a high level of dependability - Ability to multitask - Problem solves rapidly and effectively, in a timely manner - Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, academic departments, and administration to support student success, achieve institutional goals and contribute to a positive and inclusive culture - Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that respects the diversity of students' backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives - Knowledge of current trends, best practices, and didactic approaches in higher education - Demonstrated ability to deliver engaging and effective lesson plans that meet the diverse needs of students - Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively convey information and interact with students, colleagues, and others - Possess high ethical standards, being an example of professionalism to others - Compliance with all college policies, procedures, and regulations, including those related to academic integrity, student conduct, and instructional delivery - Must be able to embody CIAT’s mission, vision and values Position Type and Expected Hours of Work Days and hours of work are usually Monday through Friday, but weekend and evening hours may be required. Live classes are scheduled twice per week, on Monday and Tuesday from 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm (Pacific Time). Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Values Values such as integrity, excellence, customer service, teamwork and mutual respect are some of those that remain constant, regardless of changes in our company. When identifying company values, it is important that those values are being demonstrated in the course of business each day. Our values set expectations for how employees and managers interact with every person while representing the company. - We are passionate about education and student success - We value integrity and excellence in our employees and students - We treat ourselves and our students with dignity and respect - We believe in and encourage innovation at our school to better help our students succeed - We have a customer centric focus and we want people highly committed to achieving goals, where our success equals student’s success - We are accountable for our actions and focus on improvements moving forward - We have a growth mindset with a sincere belief that every student can do better and achieve their goals - We expect every employee to be an example of conduct and professionalism, being a role model to students and colleagues - We commit to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that respects the diversity of students' backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives - We foster lifelong learning and professional development Physical Demands These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions: - This may be considered a sedentary position since essential functions of this role may require sitting for extended periods of time - Ability to type, use a computer to search for information and input information while speaking to others - Daily use of a personal computer and related software applications at a workstation - Some tasks that require making repetitive hand movements in the performance of daily duties while using a computer - Requires dependability and excellent attendance records - May require occasional travel to conduct CIAT business - The employee may frequently lift and move up to 10-15 pounds of materials, books, etc. - The employee will be required to compute simple mathematical calculations as a normal part of this role Work Environment While performing the responsibilities of this remote position, the job holder will work in a home office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. This role routinely involves using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and virtual communication tools. Employees are expected to ensure that their home office is a safe and ergonomic working environment. Employees must maintain data security and confidentiality in accordance with company policies and use secure connections for all work-related activities. Expectations regarding work hours, availability, and time tracking will be clearly communicated and must be adhered to. The company is not responsible for maintaining home office environments beyond the provision of reasonable accommodations and necessary work-related equipment. Workers' compensation and liability for injuries that occur in the home office will be covered as per company policy and applicable laws. This remote work policy is designed to comply with all relevant local, state, and federal laws. AAP/EEO Statement California Institute of Applied Technology provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the California Institute of Applied Technology complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. California Institute of Applied Technology expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of California Institute of Applied Technology’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. Salary Range The starting salary range for the CompTIA Linux+ Adjunct Instructor position is $40.00 - $45.00 hourly/DOE. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, experience, equity and other business and organizational needs. #ZR

• Lead backend architecture and design of highly scalable, low-latency distributed systems • Build and optimize Node.js microservices supporting player accounts, wallets, game engines, leader boards, and event-driven features • Ensure performance, reliability, and security of core APIs and services, handling high-throughput transactional workloads • Design and implement real-time communication (WebSockets, Pub/Sub, and event-driven messaging) • Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, front-end engineers, and DevOps to deliver end-to-end features • Collaborate closely with front-end and product teams to deliver performant, interactive web-based features using React • Implement observability and monitoring to ensure system health and proactive issue resolution • Drive best practices across code quality, testing, CI/CD, and deployment processes • Mentor and guide engineers, contributing to team-wide technical excellence and knowledge sharing

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