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Schema Labs is a nonprofit developing technology to strengthen democracy and the public sector. Their primary project is OpenCouncil.gr, an AI participation platform simplifying municipal councils. Currently operating with 4 team members (2 engineers), they seek a fifth team member.
Key Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years software engineering experience with relevant degree
- Modern web development expertise: Typescript, Next.js, React, PostgreSQL, Elastic
- Genuine interest in civic tech and technology's public sector applications
- AI/LLM software development experience
- Expertise in at least one area: Data Engineering & LLM Integration OR Frontend Development & UX Design
- Permanent Athens residence (or willingness to relocate)
- Fluent Greek and English
Responsibilities:
Develop features for OpenCouncil including:
- Data Engineering & LLM Integration
- Frontend Development & UX Design
- AI-powered tools for municipal councils
Potential initial projects involve topic linking, meeting highlights/podcasts, budget extraction, and consultation chatbots.
The posting emphasizes: 'claude code, cursor, windsurf and greptile' as tools they experiment with, envisioning tickets becoming production features rapidly.
Benefits:
- Performance bonus up to 30% annual profits
- Substantial work impact across 10+ municipalities
- Career advancement opportunities
- Subsidized meals
- Work-from-home flexibility
Salary: €55,000–€65,000 gross annually
Application: Email jobs@opencouncil.gr with subject line 'Job: Civic Tech Software Engineer'