Tim W

🔧 [JOB] Part-Time Delphi Developer (VCL / Win32) – Support & Mentorship Role Location: Remote (U.S. preferred, but open) Commitment: Part-time (5–10 hrs/week) Project Type: Ongoing support + mentoring role We’re looking for an experienced Delphi developer (VCL / Win32 only) to help support and sustain a well-established, industry-specific engineering software package used for retaining wall and geotechnical design. The application has been actively developed and maintained by the original developer (who’s still involved), but we’re now looking to add a second experienced Delphi developer to: Assist with ongoing support and small enhancements Help document and organize the codebase into a shared source control repository (Git) Collaborate with the original developer on architecture and long-term sustainability Mentor a junior team member (with technical aptitude) as they begin learning Delphi and the codebase We’re not looking to rewrite the software — just to maintain it, support it, and prepare for long-term continuity. The original developer has been incredibly generous with his knowledge and is ready to help onboard someone gradually. 🧰 Tech Stack & Context: Delphi VCL (Win32 only — no FireMonkey) Long-running proprietary engineering app (wall design, CAD integration, etc.) Some external modules involve MathCAD and AutoCAD scripting We’re setting up a Git-based source control repository internally for collaboration ✅ Ideal Candidate: 5+ years of Delphi (VCL) experience Comfortable reading and documenting legacy code Good communicator; able to mentor or explain logic to others U.S.-based preferred for communication ease, but flexible for the right person Bonus: experience with AutoCAD integrations, MathCAD, or engineering tools ⏱ Availability: Part-time: ~5–10 hours per week, with flexibility Occasional check-ins with our team (main developer + junior mentee) 💼 To Apply: Email tim@earthretention.com with: A brief intro or CV Your hourly rate or fee structure A note on your experience with Delphi VCL and any mentoring/legacy experience This is a great opportunity for a seasoned Delphi developer looking to support a stable, well-built product with a thoughtful team — no chaos, no rewrites, just clean continuity. Looking forward to hearing from you. — Tim Winders COO, Earth Retention / CTi Software