Software Engineer: Internet-in-a-Box Porting Project

Role Overview

App Dev for All is seeking a skilled and passionate Software Engineer to help us make a significant impact on global access to technology. In this role, you will be responsible for porting Internet-in-a-Box to run on Termux on Android, enabling millions of people to access educational content and programming resources on low-end smartphones, even without an internet connection.

App Dev for All is building free, open-source app development tools that can run on low-end Android phones with or without an Internet connection. We are committed to expanding access to computer science and professional programming resources around the world because we believe talent is everywhere, and opportunity shouldn’t depend on bandwidth, hardware, or geography.

Internet-in-a-Box (IIAB) is a robust, open-source server for distributing educational materials over a local Wi-Fi network. Your mission will be to adapt this powerful tool to function seamlessly within the Termux environment on Android devices. This project involves a unique blend of systems-level work, automation, and problem-solving to overcome the challenges of a mobile environment.

Responsibilities

• Port the Internet-in-a-Box software to the Termux platform on Android devices.
• Develop, modify and implement Ansible scripts to ensure smooth installation and configuration on Android.
• Collaborate with the team to address technical challenges related to mobile environments, such as resource constraints and OS security limitations.
• Contribute to the open-source community by submitting pull requests and documenting your work.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in modern DevOps practices with a solid understanding of software development and deployment lifecycles.
• Strong experience with Git and GitHub, including branching, merging, and managing pull requests.
• Experience with Ansible for automation and configuration management.
• Ability to write clean and efficient Bash scripts.
• Proficiency in Python for creating automation tools and solving complex problems.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with the Termux environment on Android devices.
• Experience with systems-level work and problem-solving in mobile environments.