Program Associate - Software Engineer

India Resources Trust; Mumbai; Remote; INR 950,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Term insurance

Flexible work schedule

Rest and Recharge weeks

Job summary

WRI India is hiring a Software Engineer to build open-source digital platforms and geospatial tools across programs like Food, Land, Water, Mobility, Cities, and Energy. You will develop web applications, interactive maps, data pipelines, and AI-assisted tools to support research and programmatic work in India.

It is a hands-on, learning-oriented role for applying modern software engineering to environmental challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Geoinformatics, or related field.
• 2–4 years of professional software engineering experience.
• Proficiency in JavaScript (React or Vue.js) and Python for web apps.
• Geospatial concepts and tools like PostGIS, GDAL, GeoJSON, and mapping libraries.
• Relational databases (PostgreSQL) and RESTful API development experience.
• Git/GitHub and agile development familiarity.
• Cloud exposure (AWS or GCP), Docker, or CI/CD desirable.
• Interest in AI/ML tools and LLM APIs a plus.
• Strong problem solving, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Platform development and engineering: build full‑stack web apps with React/Vue.js and Python/Node.js backends.
• Create RESTful APIs to expose geospatial data to internal tools and partners.
• Implement automated tests, write documentation, and manage deployments on cloud platforms with Docker.
• AI tools integration: incorporate LLM APIs, geospatial models, and data pipelines.
• Collaborate with engineers, program managers, and UX designers; participate in agile ceremonies.

Skills

JavaScript

React or Vue.js

Python

Geospatial concepts

PostGIS

Leaflet

Maplibre GL

Docker

Git/GitHub

Cloud AWS/GCP

LLM APIs

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE/Geoinformatics

Tools

PostGIS

GDAL

GeoJSON

Leaflet

Maplibre GL

OpenLayers

Git/GitHub

Docker

REST APIs

AWS

GCP

Google Earth Engine

LangChain

LlamaIndex

Job description

About Us

WRI India (India Resources Trust) is an independent knowledge organisation that provides objective information and practical proposals to foster environmentally sound and socially equitable development. Through research, analysis, and recommendations, WRI India puts ideas into action to build transformative solutions that protect the earth, promote livelihoods, and enhance human well‑being. Know more: wri-india.org Overview WRI India Programs work with governments, businesses, civil society, and on-ground organisations to develop strategies and digital tools that build community resilience, and bridge capacity gaps. WRI India's technology work is part of a broader commitment to open-source, interoperable Products — building tools that are publicly accessible, standards-compliant, and scalable to national and subnational use.

Job Highlight

WRI India is seeking a Software Engineer to contribute to the development of open-source digital platforms and geospatial tools across Programs such as Food, Land, Water, Mobility, Cities, and Energy. You will help build web-based applications, interactive maps, data pipelines, and AI-assisted tools that support WRI India's research and programmatic work across food systems, land use, water, and climate. This is a hands‑on, learning-oriented role for someone eager to apply modern software engineering to solve for the challenges in India.

What You Will Do

I. Platform development and engineering (60%) Build and maintain full‑stack web applications using JavaScript frameworks (React or Vue.js) and Python or Node.js backends, following WRI India's engineering standards. Build RESTful APIs to expose environmental and geospatial data to internal tools and external partners. Implement automated tests, write clear documentation, and follow version control and code review practices using Git and GitHub. Deploy and maintain applications on cloud platforms (AWS or GCP), using containerisation tools such as Docker.

II. AI tools and research support (30%) Assist in integrating AI and ML tools into research and programmatic workflows — including LLM APIs, geospatial classification models, and automated data extraction pipelines. Build lightweight AI‑assisted tools such as document analysis utilities, chatbots for internal use, or RAG (retrieval‑augmented generation) pipelines using open‑source frameworks (LangChain, LlamaIndex). Support researchers and program staff in using and accessing digital tools, providing troubleshooting and basic training where needed. Stay current on open‑source AI, geospatial, and web technologies and contribute ideas for improving WRI India's technical stack.

III. Collaboration and knowledge sharing (10%) Work closely with senior engineers, program managers, and UX designers to translate user needs into technical requirements and deliver high‑quality features. Participate in agile ceremonies (sprint planning, standups, retrospectives) and contribute to a collaborative engineering culture. Contribute to open‑source projects and communities relevant to WRI India's technology stack. Document features, APIs, and deployment processes clearly for internal and external audiences.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Geoinformatics, or a related technical field.
• 2–4 years of professional experience in software engineering, including internships and academic projects.
• Proficiency in JavaScript (React or Vue.js preferred) and Python for web application development.
• Working knowledge of geospatial concepts and tools — familiarity with PostGIS, GDAL, GeoJSON, or any mapping library (Leaflet, Maplibre GL, OpenLayers) is a strong advantage.
• Basic experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred) and RESTful API development.
• Familiarity with version control using Git and GitHub, and comfort working in an agile development environment.
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS or GCP), Docker, or CI/CD pipelines is desirable.
• Interest in or familiarity with AI and ML tools — including LLM APIs, prompt engineering, or Python ML libraries — is a plus.
• Strong problem‑solving ability, attention to detail, and willingness to learn new technologies.
• Interest in environmental sustainability, public policy, food systems, or related domains is preferred.
• A portfolio of projects (GitHub, deployed apps, academic work) demonstrating technical ability is encouraged.

Technology stack

• Python
• JavaScript (React or Vue.js)
• Node.js
• PostgreSQL/PostGIS
• GDAL
• GeoJSON
• Maplibre GL or Leaflet
• Git/GitHub
• Docker (basic)
• REST APIs
• Google Earth Engine (familiarity)
• LLM APIs (basic exposure)

Potential Salary and Benefits

INR 9,50,000 - 12,00,000 Salary shall be commensurate with experience, skills and internal parity.

• WRI India offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package.
• We cover health insurance for you and your loved ones for up to INR 8 lakhs
• Our term insurance policy covers life coverage of 50 lakhs per staff member
• Promoting mental well‑being and supporting staff in achieving a satisfying work‑life balance
• Personalized diet recommendation from a certified dietitian based on the physical health condition and lifestyle
• Flexible work schedule: Alternative work arrangements for all who are eligible by nature of their job
• Workshops and trainings to empower staff, encourage new learning opportunities
• Rest and Recharge weeks: We encourage staff to take time off to rest, rejuvenate, upskill, and pursue their interests.
• Avail personal time off at 36 per year, along with public holidays, maternity, paternity, and adoption leaves.

Location

Mumbai/New Delhi/ Bangalore/Remote

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion @ WRI India

WRI India values diversity and promotes an inclusive workplace where people from diverse backgrounds can thrive. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment that supports equity and inclusion across all areas of our work. This role is an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to contribute to a mission-driven organization while developing expertise in expense management and office administration within an international NGO setting. Learn more about WRI India's commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).

People-centric to the core

We keep our people at the center of everything we do - from a welcoming work environment to benefits and a culture that encourages staff to stay healthy, happy, engaged, and growing. Some of the non-monetary benefits that our staff get: Health benefits: We cover health insurance for you and your loved ones for up to INR 8 lakhs Term Insurance: Our term insurance policy covers life coverage of 50 lakhs per staff member Employee Assistance program: Promoting mental well‑being and supporting staff in achieving a satisfying work‑life balance Health & Nutrition: Personalized diet recommendation from a certified dietitian based on the physical health condition and lifestyle Flexible work schedule: Alternative work arrangements for all who are eligible by nature of their job Learning culture: Workshops and trainings to empower staff, encourage new learning opportunities Rest and Recharge weeks: We encourage staff to take time off to rest, rejuvenate, upskill, and pursue their interests. Our leave policy: Avail personal time off at 36 per year, along with public holidays, maternity, paternity, and adoption leaves.

Equal employment @WRI India

We believe in equal employment, it is our policy to recruit and provide opportunities for advancement in all job classifications without regard to caste, religion, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, parental status, or disability. WRI India, an independent knowledge organization registered as India Resources Trust, provides objective information and practical proposals to foster environmentally sound and socially equitable development. Through research, analysis, and recommendations, WRI India puts ideas into action to build transformative solutions to protect the earth, promote livelihoods, and enhance human well‑being. Know more: wri-india.org