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Volunteer Position: Full Stack Developer

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

Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Full Stack Developer to join our technology team as a volunteer. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead the development of both front-end and back-end components of our platforms, playing a crucial role in enhancing user experience and technical performance. The ideal candidate will have expertise in all aspects of web development, from designing user interfaces to managing server-side logic, and will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the organization’s mission.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full Stack Development:
  Lead the development and optimization of both front-end and back-end aspects of our web and mobile applications.
• Front-End Design and Implementation:
  Design and develop responsive user interfaces using HTML, CSS, JavaScript (and frameworks such as React, Angular, or Vue.js) that provide seamless user experiences.
• Back-End Development:
  Build, maintain, and optimize server-side logic, databases, and APIs using languages and frameworks such as Node.js, Python, Ruby on Rails, or Django.
• Database Management:
  Oversee the design and management of database systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB) to ensure data integrity, security, and efficiency.
• API Development and Integration:
  Create and integrate RESTful APIs to ensure smooth communication between the front-end and back-end systems, supporting complex functionalities.
• Collaboration and Leadership:
  Work closely with other developers, UI/UX designers, and product managers to ensure cohesive and scalable solutions. Provide technical mentorship to junior developers and interns.
• Security and Compliance:
  Implement best practices for data security, privacy (GDPR compliance), and scalability to ensure that the platforms meet industry standards.
• Testing and Debugging:
  Perform rigorous testing of the entire web stack to identify issues, improve performance, and ensure that all systems are functioning as expected.
• Documentation:
  Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for both the technical architecture and individual components to ensure smooth knowledge transfer and system maintenance.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer, with expertise in both front-end and back-end technologies.
• Proficiency in front-end languages and frameworks (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Angular, Vue.js, etc.).
• Strong back-end experience with server-side languages such as Node.js, Python, Ruby, or PHP, and database management systems (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Experience with API development and integration, cloud services (AWS, Azure), and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Familiarity with web security and compliance regulations, including GDPR.
• Strong problem-solving skills, creativity, and the ability to lead and mentor junior team members.
• Passionate about nonprofit work and dedicated to making a positive impact through technology.

Location:
Remote

Role Type:
Volunteer (Part-time)

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