Lead Teacher – Software Development & AI (Full-Stack) IT SkillSprint 2027

IT SkillSprint 2027 is an intensive training programme for third-year university students, delivered through a collaboration between Ironhack, the Innovation and Digital Development Agency (IDDA), and the Ministry of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

#About the Role

We are looking for an experienced, dynamic, and passionate Lead Teacher to deliver the Software Development & AI track of the IT SkillSprint programme.

As Lead Teacher, you will inspire, educate, and support third-year university students, helping them develop the full-stack software engineering skills and AI-enabled development practices needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.

You will be responsible for delivering an outstanding academic experience, guiding students through hands-on projects, and ensuring that they achieve the programme’s learning outcomes.

#Key Responsibilities

Academic Delivery & Instruction

• Deliver live lectures and lead interactive demonstrations and code-alongs, using practical side projects such as Ironboard.

• Teach two hours of live theory and demonstrations daily, followed by two hours of guided lab and practice sessions.

• Prepare balanced daily lesson plans tailored to students’ learning needs, adjusting the pace and materials according to student progress.

• Support curriculum delivery based on the syllabus designed by Ironhack’s global education team.

Student Mentorship & Guidance

• Guide student teams through major collaborative projects, including the Mid-Bootcamp Project and the Final Capstone.

• Support students in applying AI tools responsibly and effectively within real software development workflows.

• Administer assessments, review student submissions, and provide timely, accurate, and constructive technical feedback.

• Lead Q&A sessions and support students across a range of technical skill levels.

#Classroom & Community Leadership

• Coordinate daily with the Teaching Assistant (TA) on lab execution and student progress tracking.

• Collaborate with Ironhack Programme Managers, Project Managers, and client representatives to ensure students achieve their academic and professional goals.

• Foster an energetic, supportive, and inclusive learning community that welcomes different learning styles and needs.

• Encourage critical thinking, collaboration, and continuous improvement throughout the programme.

#Technical & Teaching Requirements

Experience

• 3+ years of professional full-stack web development and software engineering experience.

• Previous teaching or mentoring experience in full-stack web development bootcamps, university programmes, or similar technical training environments.

• Experience using AI tools within professional software development workflows is highly valued.

Core Technical Stack

• Backend: Java fundamentals (OOP, collections, testing), Spring Boot (REST APIs, dependency injection, controllers), SQL databases (MySQL/PostgreSQL) with JPA/Hibernate, Spring Security (JWT authentication), and microservices/messaging (RabbitMQ/Kafka).

• Frontend: JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript, React, Next.js, HTML5, and CSS3.

• DevOps & Tooling: Git/GitHub workflows, Docker/Docker Compose, CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions), and REST/GraphQL API integration.

AI Integration

• Practical experience with AI coding assistants such as GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, or Codeium.

• Ability to teach students how to use AI for code generation, debugging, refactoring, testing, documentation, and AI-driven feature development.

• Strong understanding of responsible AI use, including code quality, security, data privacy, and critical review of AI-generated output.

Language & Communication

• Fluent English (C1 or above); all lectures and instructional materials will be delivered exclusively in English.

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex software architecture and AI concepts clearly.

#Programme Timeline

• January: Content review, preparation, and adaptation of learning materials.

• 15 February: Classes begin.

• April: Mid bootcamp project

• 9 July: Programme ends.

#Position Logistics & Terms

• Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day.

• Format: Remote teaching, with three on-site trips to Baku, Azerbaijan: Opening Ceremony, Mid-Bootcamp Project, and Final Projects/Graduation.

• Agreement: Freelance contractor agreement.

• Travel Benefits: Round-trip flights, local accommodation, and a daily per diem will be fully covered during the on-site periods in Baku.