Software Engineer (Java)

About Black Spectacles  Are you a process-driven operations professional who thrives on structure, security, and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes? At Black Spectacles, we’re proud to be the leader in our space—with the strongest brand, a thriving business, and an incredible opportunity for continued growth. As an entrepreneurial company, we’re ambitious in our plans to support the architecture community, fostering an environment where excellence, innovation, and collaboration thrive. We believe that operational success comes from discipline, documentation, and a proactive approach to compliance, security, and IT oversight—and at Black Spectacles, you’ll have the opportunity to put those into action every day. We’re seeking an Operations Manager – Compliance & Project Management to bring structure, discipline, and accountability across Black Spectacles operations. In this role, you’ll oversee compliance initiatives, vendor/IT systems, and cybersecurity readiness, while managing planning cycles, Summits, and process documentation with strong project management discipline. At Black Spectacles, you’ll benefit from: A team that lives and celebrates our values daily. Regular opportunities to see and feel the impact of your work. A fully remote work environment, complemented by semi-annual company trips to build connections. Black Spectacles has been recognized by Great Place to Work and Built In as a great place to work, by the American Institute of Architects for the national impact we’re having on the profession of architecture, and by Inc. Magazine as one of the fastest growing companies in the country. Our Ideal Teammate We’re looking for someone who: Is motivated by contributing to a mission-driven company that supports the architecture and design community. Brings project management discipline to operations and compliance work, ensuring initiatives are delivered on time and with measurable outcomes. Thrives in a hands-on role balancing compliance, operational processes, and IT/security oversight.  Takes ownership and accountability for their work. Encourages calculated risks and shares ideas in a safe, supportive environment. Takes a world-class approach to their responsibilities and values collaboration. Lives our values of excellence, innovation, and taking care of our people. Role Overview As Operations Manager – Compliance & Project Management, you’ll be responsible for ensuring Black Spectacles’ operations are secure, compliant, and well-structured. You will oversee IT systems and the full lifecycle of equipment, drive compliance initiatives, manage contracts and insurance, and support structured planning cycles. This is a hands-on, high-ownership role where you’ll collaborate closely with leadership, finance, engineering, and other departments, while holding outside vendors and agencies accountable for delivering on expectations. We offer a competitive base salary of $80,000 to $100,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Responsibilities Compliance & Cybersecurity Manage IT and compliance policies, cybersecurity training, and readiness for external audits (e.g., SOC2). Ensure strong internal controls and defense systems are in place. Maintain organized systems for contracts, renewals, and compliance documentation. Strategic Planning & Operating Rhythm Guide business planning cycles, Rocks/KPIs, and quarterly/annual strategy sessions. Use Bloom Growth (or similar software) to track execution and progress. Enforce process documentation standards and maintain one clear operating manual for the company. Plan and execute semi-annual company Summits, including scheduling, bookings, logistics, and budgeting. IT & Equipment Management Oversee the lifecycle of company-issued laptops and devices (purchasing, shipping, set-up, secure offboarding/disposal). Coordinate with vendors for IT support, software installs/updates, and system access. Manage SaaS tools and system permissions across the organization. Requirements Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects from planning through execution, with strong attention to documentation and accountability. Experience with structured business operating systems or disciplined planning cycles (e.g., EOS, OKRs, KPIs, waterfall). 6+ years of professional experience in operations, IT, or compliance, ideally in a small–mid-sized company (Bachelor’s degree in business, operations, or a related field preferred. Demonstrated ability to manage compliance processes such as contracts and renewals. Experience with IT systems, cybersecurity practices, and equipment lifecycle management (directly or via vendors). Familiarity with external audit frameworks (e.g., SOC2) is a plus but not required. Proven strength in process documentation, enforcement, and optimization. Highly analytical and detail-oriented, with the ability to tie operations decisions to measurable impact. Comfortable working remotely and independently, with strong accountability. Ability to travel twice a year for in-person planning sessions and company events. Benefits Work From Home: Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely year-round. Comprehensive Benefits: Starting day one, access to BCBS Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance coverage. Savings & Retirement Plans: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), and a 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 4%. Generous Paid Time Off: Accrue up to 3 weeks of vacation annually, along with 8 holidays, 2 floating holidays, and up to 1 week of sick leave. Referral Program: Earn rewards by referring top talent to our team. Team Building: Enjoy semi-annual team gatherings and events that foster collaboration and camaraderie. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a significant impact at Black Spectacles, please submit your resume and share why you’re interested in this role. We look forward to considering your application! Black Spectacles is an equal-opportunity employer.

*CALLING ALL CHEFS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN PART TIME GREAT PAYING ONSITE CATERING JOBS FOR THE FALL SEASON STARTING IN SEPTEMBER* Gourmet Caterers of Boston is recruiting for the upcoming catering season, this is a great opportunity to work with some of the best chefs in the city doing some of the biggest events Boston has to offer. Weddings, galas, business functions, private dinners, you name it, we do it all! We offer great pay per hour for event work. Shifts are sent out through an app on your phone, you can decline or accept any shift you want to work. This is a great part time opportunity for chefs who have nothing to do on the weekend or nights, or mornings. We have positions for hourly chefs as well as positions for hourly cook support. The pay will range depending on experience and catering skill level. We have exclusive venues all over Boston and Massachusetts with lots of available gigs every night of every week. Please contact Chef Eddie through e-mail or text to schedule an interview/screening Join our team and lets have a great catering season together. Catering Event Chefs Greater Boston Excellent pay and opportunity for rapid advancement for those with the passion and temperament to deliver excellence off-premise. Great flexible employment option. Opportunity to work a lot or a little based on your schedule! Qualifications: Positive attitude and ability to work well with others in a diverse workforce environment Minimum two years of culinary experience Strong attention to detail and unwavering commitment to quality Food Safety and Allergen Awareness Certificate a plus Reliable transportation (We pay up to $17 in parking) Please be prepared to provide references

What is Spear Data Mapping? Spear is a specialized database and scheduling platform commonly used in transportation, transit operations, and related IT projects. Spear Data Mapping Specialist Location: Brooklyn, NY  Schedule: Fully Remote, 9 AM-5 PM, Monday–Friday. Compensation: $50–$95/hour (1099) Term: Long-term opportunity Description We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Spear Data Mapping Specialist with functional and technical expertise to support data-driven projects. This role requires hands-on knowledge of the Spear database structure and data formats, with the ability to analyze, validate, and maintain complex datasets. The successful candidate will ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment of data to meet project and client requirements, collaborating closely with technical teams and business stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Perform data mapping, analysis, and validation activities using the Spear system. Review, interpret, and document data structures, mapping rules, and workflows. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure accurate integration of Spear database formats into system processes. Troubleshoot data-related issues, identify discrepancies, and recommend corrective actions. Maintain well-organized documentation to support project reporting, audits, and quality assurance. Support functional and technical stakeholders by providing data insights and clarifications. Requirements Minimum Qualifications: 2–5 years of experience in data mapping, database analysis, or data integration. Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related field required. Hands-on knowledge of the Spear system, including database structure and data formats. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail. Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Eligible to work in the U.S. and pass a background check. Preferred Qualifications: Local to Brooklyn, NY, and able to support onsite work (hybrid schedule). Experience supporting federal or enterprise-level IT projects. Training or certifications in database management, data integration, or related areas. Background in transportation-related projects or systems is preferred but not required. Benefits Long-term opportunity. Schedule: Fully Remote, 9 AM-5 PM, Monday–Friday. Compensation (1099): $50–$95 per hour (based on experience).

*CALLING ALL CHEFS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN PART TIME GREAT PAYING ONSITE CATERING JOBS* LOOKING FOR AM - MORNING/AFTERNOON COOKS/CHEFS FOR MORNING/BREAKFAST EVENT WORK Gourmet Caterers of Boston is recruiting for the upcoming catering season, this is a great opportunity to work with some of the best chefs in the city doing some of the biggest events Boston has to offer. Weddings, galas, business functions, private dinners, you name it, we do it all! We offer great pay per hour for event work. Shifts are sent out through an app on your phone, you can decline or accept any shift you want to work. This is a great part time opportunity for chefs who have nothing to do in mornings/afternoons. We have positions for hourly chefs as well as positions for hourly cook support. The pay will range depending on experience and catering skill level. We have exclusive venues all over Boston and Massachusetts with lots of available gigs every night of every week. Please contact Chef Eddie through e-mail or text to schedule an interview/screening Join our team and lets have a great catering season together. Catering Event Chefs Greater Boston Excellent pay and opportunity for rapid advancement for those with the passion and temperament to deliver excellence off-premise. Great flexible employment option. Opportunity to work a lot or a little based on your schedule! Qualifications: Positive attitude and ability to work well with others in a diverse workforce environment Minimum two years of culinary experience Strong attention to detail and unwavering commitment to quality Food Safety and Allergen Awareness Certificate a plus Reliable transportation (We pay up to $17 in parking) Please be prepared to provide references

At Interactive Strategies, our developers are the glue that unite great design with solid technology. We're looking for candidates who understand that front-end development is about more than technical skills, but creativity and attention to detail. We involve our developers in all aspects of our projects – therefore we’re seeking self-starters and passionate thinkers who can provide valuable ideas up-front and ensure that design concepts can be implemented effectively. We don’t use bloated frameworks like Bootstrap and pride ourselves on delivering lean, sleek web experiences. Attention to user experience, quality assurance, and accessibility is important. *This job is open to remote. QUALITIES YOU BRING TO THE TABLE: While we value your front-end development skills, your ability to thrive in our environment is equally as important. We're looking for a candidate with the following characteristics: Someone with the ability to always think one step ahead, catching problems before they happen Excellent communication skills and easy to work with Ability to apply critical, creative thinking and problem-solving to technology issues Curiosity to learn about new web technologies and approaches A team player who enjoys collaborating with others Well-organized and able to work under deadlines and multiple projects A highly motivated self-starter Requirements As a Front-End Developer at Interactive Strategies, we care most about the passion and talent you bring to the table. With that being said, requirements for this role include: Demonstrated knowledge of standards-compliant, responsive HTML & CSS Demonstrated knowledge of both vanilla Javascript and Javascript frameworks (specifically, React and/or Next.js) Strong understanding of usability across various device types and major web browsers Strong understanding of best practices for accessibility and WCAG 2 compliance (minimally AA) Experience with CSS preprocessors (SCSS, Sass, Less) and task-runners like Gulp Experience using Figma and Adobe Creative Suite for retrieving developer specifications and graphic assets A great eye for design accuracy, design consistency, and good instincts for how to improvise if a specific design is not provided NOTE: To be considered for this position, you must include samples of work showcasing your skill set. Please provide AT LEAST ONE of the following: a link to your portfolio website or PDF in your resume or cover letter a list of 3–5 website examples, along with a URL and a brief, specific description of your contributions for each a link to your GitHub, with clear direction to specific repos you would like us to review, along with a brief, specific description of your contributions for each Not required, but highly desired, knowledge includes any of the following: Design experience Git for version control Package managers (Yarn, npm, Composer) Build tools/task runners (Gulp, Webpack, Vite) Basic working knowledge of CMSes like Drupal, WordPress, and/or Sitecore Back-end or full-stack development experience (e.g., data architecture, PHP/MySQL) Experience with data fetching and working with external APIs Benefits We have a simple motto when it comes to company culture, "Everyone deserves to come to work and be happy." This means a few things: (1) we care as much about quality as we do about budgets, (2) we find the strengths in each employee and nurture them, (3) we encourage a culture that values innovation and creative freedom, and (4) we want you to have fun while you’re at the office. We may be an agency, but we understand that you have a life outside of work. We allow our employees creative freedom. We treat them with respect. We value their opinions. In that spirit, we offer the following benefits: Company-sponsored health, vision and dental insurance Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Profit sharing 4 weeks of vacation/sick time from day one; 5+ weeks at year 3 Company-paid short-term and long-term disability Company-paid life and AD&D insurance 11 paid holidays 401k with company match New business referral bonus Professional development opportunities Flexible work schedule Pre-tax DC Metro SmartBenefits Salary range: $75,000–$114,375 annually, commensurate with experience A little about us We're a well-respected interactive agency in downtown Washington, DC, known for deep strategic thinking. We strive to cultivate a collaborative, innovative environment where people feel valued, respected, and free to push creative boundaries—all while finding balance between work, home, and life outside the office. Interactive Strategies is a certified LGBTBE business and equal opportunity employer that values workplace diversity. We believe that diverse voices and viewpoints are critical to producing great work and helping our clients represent themselves effectively.

ABOUT CAMINO PARTNERS Camino Partners is a values led investment platform focused on enhancing consumers' lives. Knowing that where values guide, value grows, we partner with pioneering leaders to build enduring enterprise value forged with entrepreneurialism, open communication and integrity. Our leadership team steered every stage of KIND's growth from concept to multi-billion-dollar platform and now, our team of accomplished investors and strategic operators is putting that experience to work. Our bespoke approach to partnership allows us to be trusted thought partners along the business growth journey, helping companies solve meaningful consumer problems while charting a pathway to scalable and sustainable growth. Camino Partners also supports Daniel’s philanthropic organizations, The Lubetzky Family Foundation (LFF) and Builders Network. Both organizations are dedicated to finding creative solutions to society’s greatest challenges. They seek not only to build more empathetic, reflective and just communities fueled by the spirit of social entrepreneurship, but they work to overcome toxic social and political division by working to build bridges across lines of difference.   THE ROLE: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT ANALYST The Information Technology Support Analyst provides essential technical support and troubleshooting for all hardware, software, and network-related issues for Camino Partners, LFF and Builders Network. This role ensures the smooth and efficient operation of all IT systems in this multi-organization environment, encompassing multiple Microsoft tenants and key applications like SmartSuite and Dynamics 365, with a focus on personalized service and attention to detail. This individual will report directly to the Director of Information Technology. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES User Support: Provide prompt and professional technical support to all team members via phone, email, chat, or in-person for computer hardware, software, network connectivity, and other IT-related issues. Microsoft Tenant Administration: Assist with the administration of multiple Microsoft tenants, including user account management, license assignment, and basic troubleshooting of Microsoft 365 services like Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive and Teams. Troubleshooting & Problem Resolution: Diagnose and resolve a wide range of technical problems, from basic inquiries to more complex issues, escalating to the Director of IT when necessary. Jira Service Management: Utilize Jira Service Management to log, track, and manage all support requests and incidents, ensuring timely resolution and adherence to service level agreements (SLAs). Documentation & Knowledge Management: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation in Confluence, including IT procedures, troubleshooting guides, FAQs, and user manuals, to support efficient problem resolution and knowledge sharing within the team. CRM Project Assistance (SmartSuite & Dynamics 365): Provide first-line support for SmartSuite and Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM applications, addressing user queries and troubleshooting minor issues. Assist with user onboarding and training for SmartSuite and Dynamics 365, ensuring seamless adoption. Contribute to CRM data maintenance and cleanup activities as directed by the Director of IT. Support the implementation and enhancement of CRM workflows within both SmartSuite and Dynamics 365 environments. Collaborate with the Director of IT and other stakeholders to identify user needs and recommend improvements within the CRM systems. System Maintenance: Assist with installation, configuration, and maintenance of hardware, software, and peripherals, including workstations, printers, and mobile devices. Onboarding/Offboarding: Facilitate the onboarding process for new team members by setting up workstations, accounts (across relevant Microsoft tenants and CRM systems), and providing initial IT orientation. Manage the systems offboarding and laptop return for all team members who resign or are terminated.  Security: Adhere to and promote IT security policies and best practices within the family office environment, ensuring compliance across all Microsoft tenants and business applications. Collaboration: Work closely with the Director of IT on projects, system improvements, and strategic IT initiatives to enhance the overall IT environment. Projects: Research and implement technical products and services that will improve organizational efficiency and capabilities.  Requirements QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, a related field, or equivalent experience. Experience: 2-5 years of experience in an IT support or help desk role, preferably in a small IT team environment with exposure to multi-tenant and CRM environments. Technical Skills: Proficiency in troubleshooting Windows and macOS operating systems. Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and common business applications. Experience with multiple Microsoft tenants and their administration. Experience using Jira Service Management or similar for ticketing and incident tracking. Proficiency in creating and maintaining technical documentation, preferably in Confluence. Basic understanding of SmartSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365, and similar platforms. Understanding of basic networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP). Experience with remote support tools and methodologies. Knowledge of Active Directory/Entra ID for user account management across different tenants. Soft Skills: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly to non-technical users. Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities. Ability to research technical topics and locate appropriate solutions. Customer-centric approach with patience and empathy. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and as part of a small team. Proactive and adaptable mindset, eager to learn new technologies and security best practices related to multi-tenant environments and CRM systems. Benefits WHAT CAMINO PARTNERS OFFERS: ·       Competitive annual base compensation ($65,000-$75,000) ·       Annual bonus potential and participation in our Long-Term Incentive Plan. ·       21 Days of Paid Time Off (pro-rated in the first year of service). ·       Hybrid work policy (3 days in office) and casual dress code. ·       Excellent health, dental & vision insurance with the employee portions of basic plans covered by Camino Partners at 100%. ·       Retirement savings program with company match. ·       Charitable gift matching program. ·       This role offers a unique opportunity to provide hands-on IT support in a close-knit professional environment, working closely with the Director of IT to maintain and improve the organization’s technology infrastructure. EEO STATEMENT At Camino Partners, we are committed to an equitable workplace where diversity in all its forms is championed. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal history, consistent with legal requirements. If you require a specifical accommodation, please let us know.