Collaborative Engineer, GitHub Copilot

About Atmosera

Atmosera empowers businesses to redefine what's possible with modern technology and human expertise. With exceptional experience across Applications, Data & AI, DevOps, Security, and the Microsoft Azure platform, Atmosera enables organizations to accelerate innovation, enhance security, and optimize operational agility. As a Microsoft Partner with seven specializations, GitHub AI Partner of the Year, a member of the GitHub Advisory Board, and a member of the prestigious Microsoft Intelligent Security Association (MISA), Atmosera expertly delivers cutting-edge, integrated solutions that deliver business value.

Some contract roles may require being onsite at clients and travel, including to international locations. This contractor opportunity is likely to include international travel for an extended period of time (potentially 4-6 weeks).

The Opportunity: Collaborative Engineer, GitHub Copilot

Atmosera is seeking an AI-forward Software Engineer with expert-level knowledge of GitHub Copilot and Amazon Q features. This individual will design and deliver structured, hands-on developer sprints centered around AI, leveraging both hands-on experience and mentoring capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver structured, hands-on developer sprints focused on GitHub Copilot and Amazon Q.
• Facilitate live coding sessions, demonstrations, and collaborative labs.
• Mentor developers through real-world challenges, providing guidance on prompt engineering, debugging, and feature implementation.
• Develop and maintain instructional materials, including curriculum, documentation, and best-practice guides.
• Adapt instructional strategies based on participant feedback and learning progress.
• Promote responsible AI usage, including security, ethics, and data privacy considerations.

Required Skills & Proficiencies

Generative AI & Tool Expertise

• MCP usage and Agentic Orchestration.
• Expert-level knowledge of GitHub Copilot and Amazon Q features, including Copilot Chat agents and Amazon Q’s /dev command.
• Advanced prompt engineering skills for both platforms.
• Understanding of Copilot Enterprise and Amazon Q for Business, including RAG and internal codebase reasoning.
• Intermediate understanding of LLM fundamentals, AI ethics, and security practices.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and diagnostic skills.
• Passion for generative AI and developer enablement.

Instructional & Communication Skills

• Advanced curriculum development and public speaking abilities.
• Expert-level live coding and demonstration skills.
• Strong mentoring and facilitation capabilities.
• Intermediate technical writing skills for post-sprint resources.

Technical & Development Skills

• Advanced proficiency in at least one of Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or Java.
• Expert fluency with IDEs such as VS Code and JetBrains.
• Deep understanding of GitHub Flow, Agile practices, and version control.
• Intermediate knowledge of cloud and DevOps fundamentals (AWS, IaC, CI/CD).
• Strong grasp of testing and debugging strategies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) or DevOps practices.
• Contributions to open-source or developer communities.
• Patience, empathy, and adaptability in instructional settings.

Work Arrangement

This is a contractor position in the United States with the ability to work from home but may require travel to a client site, including international locations for extended periods.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Atmosera is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusivity. We use AI tools in our hiring process, but final decisions are human-made. Contact us for data processing information.

Key skills/competency

• GitHub Copilot
• Amazon Q
• Generative AI
• Prompt Engineering
• Developer Enablement
• Curriculum Development
• Live Coding
• Python/JavaScript/Java
• DevOps Fundamentals
• Cloud Platforms (AWS)