Freelance Blackbaud CRM Developer - Remote

Overview

The BBCRM Developer provides software development and support for client projects and on internal initiatives. Typical client projects include building customizations for the fundraising software Blackbaud CRM, and integrations between donor engagement platforms. The BBCRM Developer may also contribute to product development initiatives, focused on supporting clients’ fundraising efforts.

In Short

• Develop software to meet project objectives requirements.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to understand their business requirements and translate them into technical specifications for CRM and/or software solutions.
• Design and develop software applications using relevant programming languages.
• Write and maintain code that is clean, efficient, and well-documented.
• Conduct unit and integration testing to ensure that software applications meet functional and performance requirements.
• Identify and troubleshoot issues with software applications, and implementing fixes or workarounds as needed.
• Stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies in software development and provide recommendations to clients or stakeholders based on software updates.
• Provide ongoing support and maintenance for software applications, including bug fixes and feature enhancements.
• Intentionally cultivate a collaborative environment that encourages creative problem solving from all involved parties.
• Participate in our knowledge-sharing culture by contributing to internal documentation and best practices.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in software development and applications development involving integration principles and concepts.
• Strong MS SQL knowledge, including advanced ability to write SQL and T-SQL scripts, stored procedures and functions.
• Experience with writing or managing ETL scripts.
• Experience supporting/customizing vended software (preferably Blackbaud CRM).
• Experience with a variety of data sources and input/output formats (Blackbaud CRM, Blackbaud Data Warehouse).
• Facility with developing code to interact with REST and SOAP APIs.
• Experience orchestrating multiple processes to achieve functional objectives.
• Highly analytical, technically proficient, and able to learn new tools and software quickly.
• Comfortability managing multiple projects at a time with fast turnaround times.
• Excitement for finding creative solutions to complex technical problems.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues for broader solutioning of client/project needs
• Passion for nonprofit and/or higher education work and a commitment to using technology for social good.
• Ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders and staff effectively and accurately through all levels of the agency.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering and maintaining an environment of diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects in the nonprofit sector.
• Collaborative work environment.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Access to a network of professionals in the field.