Project Overview
Project Description
The project objective is to develop a way for data scientists to test biometric software development kits (SDKs) using large datasets of biometric data, without needing to be coders themselves. Simprints develops technology to improve transparency and effectiveness in Global Development, through the use of safe and inclusive biometrics. As part of this work, Simprints is constantly evaluating new biometric SDKs to see if they can improve the effectiveness of projects.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Develop the above using Android or GoLang
- Write a design document for the rest of the team to review
- Develop the SDK wrapper
Impact
Simprints focuses on using biometrics ethically and responsibly. This involves making sure that the technology works effectively with diverse populations in low-resource contexts (e.g. no internet connectivity, low light conditions, etc.). It’s therefore critical to keep at the forefront of the available biometric SDKs, to ensure that it is using the most inclusive and effective technologies to reach the maximum number of people.
Eligibility Criteria
Skills / Experience:
- Required:
- Back End Programming
- Data Analysis + Statistics
- Technical writing and documentation
- Desired:
- Hands-on coding experience (languages such as Kotlin/Java/GoLang etc)
- Self-starter to build exploratory projects
- Ability to prototype and build MVPs
Software Needs:
- N/A
Discipline:
- Computer sciences
- Software engineering
Preferred Fellow Local Experience (All projects can be completed remotely):
- N/A
Preferred Timezone (when the Fellow should be available for meetings):
- BST (UTC+1)
