Senior Back-end Developer - Remote - Pro-bono
HOT POSITION: We are looking to fill this position immediately.
Role Overview: As a Senior Back-end Developer, you’ll be at the forefront of our project, steering the development of a cutting-edge mobile application from its inception. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the technical direction of the project, overcome development challenges, and build a high-performing development team.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
At least 5 years of experience in software development, including significant experience in leading development teams to design scalable platform is a must.
Strong background in backend development, with experience in modern development frameworks and technologies.
Proficient in full-stack development, familiar with cloud services, database management, and API development.
Excellent problem-solving skills, with a creative and analytical approach to overcoming technical challenges.
Outstanding leadership and communication skills.
Agile methodology experience and a track record of working collaboratively.
Technical requirements:
Typescript and Javascript
ExpressJS and NodeJs
Databases like PostgreSQL and MongoDB
Experience in designing, building and deploying highly scalable application
REST APIs and Microservices
Strong ability to host the backend in AWS - experience in ec2, lambda, api gateway
Desirable Skills:
Prior experience in building and launching mobile-first applications.
Familiarity with a range back-end technologies, and the ability to quickly adapt to new tools and frameworks.
Knowledge of CI/CD practices and automated testing frameworks
Commitment and Location:
10-12 hours per week, we do ask for a long term commitment 6-12 months. Many of our current team work full-time and volunteer in the evenings and weekends.
Benefits:
An opportunity to make a meaningful impact on civic engagement and social change.
A collaborative and inclusive work environment with a passionate team.
Flexible, remote working arrangements.
Professional growth and development opportunities.
After 6 months of service, eligibility for a letter of recommendation and recognition for outstanding contributions.
NOTE: At Yuvoice, we value the well-being and satisfaction of our volunteers. As an emerging start-up and non-profit organization, we understand the importance of managing workloads effectively. We encourage open communication regarding workload concerns. You are encouraged to reach out to your director, team lead, or directly to the People & Culture team to discuss any workload-related issues. We are committed to evaluating and creating additional roles as necessary to support our volunteers and ensure the success of our organization.
Please read before you apply: This is a pro-bono (unpaid opportunity)
To apply, please submit your CV by sending it to: akter.hossain@yuvoice.org