UNITE HERE seeks a Software Developer to build, integrate and support software tools to enable the union’s campaigns. Our technology teams based in the New York metropolitan area and across the country are dedicated professionals with a strong commitment to our mission. If you are a creative problem-solver looking to help build and support the next generation of labor union technology and try new things in a fast-moving organization, you will love working with us.

UNITE HERE is a progressive, member-driven, not-for-profit union, dedicated to organizing workers in the hospitality industry to lift workplace standards in hotels, casinos, airports, and cafeterias across the United States and Canada. You will be part of a team that empowers workers - primarily women and people of color - in low-wage service sector jobs to achieve better wages, benefits, dignity, and rights at work.

Position Summary:  We are building our foundational team, transitioning to an in-house team rather than relying heavily on 3rd parties for software development. The Software Developer is an entry-level role for a back-end or front-end developer who is flexible and eager to learn and grow. UNITE HERE has a very strong commitment to developing staff into senior roles. The Software Developer will be supported on a range of projects by Sr. Software Developers and long-term Consultant partners in order to master the languages, techniques, and processes of software development. The Software Developer will at times work directly with technical staff at Local Unions, Consultants, or Vendors to advance the goals of the end user.

Job Responsibilities:  

In the support, maintenance, and new development of software: 

• Develop new features, enhance existing features, upgrade packages, improve supportability, and fix or troubleshoot on UNITE HERE’s software suite
• Collaborate with team members and clients to support required applications
• Create and implement design plans
• Communicate development plans, progress and risks
• Keep up to date with industry trends and technology developments.

Job Requirements/Qualifications:

• Motivation to work for economic and social justice
• Degree in information technology or computer science, or equivalent experience
• Hands-on experience with software development and its technologies
• Ability to travel occasionally, up to four times a year
• Hybrid work arrangements can be accommodated
• Expectation of participation in core Union activities

Full application must include cover letter for applicant to be considered.  Please be sure to describe your motivation to work for economic and social justice. 

Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 commensurate with experience

Benefits: UNITE HERE offers a comprehensive benefits package (valued at $46,400 for family coverage) and employee pays 0$ in premium. Benefits include family medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, retirement funds (401k and defined benefit pension), and generous paid time off.