Back-End Developer

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Volunteer Position: Back-End Developer

Company Overview:
The Center for Societal Aspiration (CSA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering vulnerable members of the community, including individuals facing addiction, homelessness, and poverty, through socially driven technology.

Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Back-End Developer to join our tech team as a volunteer. The Back-End Developer will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the server-side logic, databases, and APIs of our web and mobile platforms. This expert-level role will play a crucial part in ensuring the seamless functionality, security, and scalability of CSA’s digital platforms, ultimately enabling us to better serve vulnerable populations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Server-Side Development:
  Design, implement, and maintain server-side logic for our web and mobile applications, ensuring a smooth user experience across all platforms.
• API Development and Integration:
  Create and manage RESTful APIs to connect the front-end systems with databases and external services, ensuring efficient and secure data transfer.
• Database Management:
  Design and optimize database schemas (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB) to store and retrieve data securely and efficiently.
• Scalability and Performance Optimization:
  Ensure that the back-end architecture is scalable, secure, and optimized for high performance, addressing any bottlenecks or vulnerabilities.
• Security Implementation:
  Implement security best practices, such as data encryption, authentication protocols, and protection against potential vulnerabilities (e.g., SQL injections, cross-site scripting).
• Collaboration with Front-End Developers:
  Work closely with the front-end team to ensure smooth integration between the front-end and back-end systems, providing guidance on API usage and data flow.
• Testing and Debugging:
  Perform rigorous testing of back-end systems, debug issues as they arise, and ensure overall system stability and reliability.
• Version Control:
  Manage and track changes to the codebase using version control systems (e.g., Git), ensuring clean and organized development processes.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Back-End Developer, preferably with expertise in building and scaling web or mobile applications.
• Proficiency in back-end programming languages (e.g., Python, Node.js, Ruby, Java, or PHP) and experience with database technologies (SQL, NoSQL).
• Strong understanding of web and mobile architecture, security best practices, and API development.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud) and containerization tools (e.g., Docker) is a plus.
• Experience using Wix platfrom.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to design solutions that scale and integrate seamlessly with other systems.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with front-end developers and other team members.
• Passionate about nonprofit work and committed to making a positive impact on the community.

Location:
Remote

Role Type:
Volunteer (Part-time)

Time Commitment:
Approximately 8 hours per week, flexible schedule.