Full Stack Developer - REMOTE

ACLED; City Of London; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a Full Stack Developer to enhance its API and web capabilities. This role involves creating high-impact tools and interfaces, ensuring optimal performance and security. You'll collaborate with data scientists and developers to modernize the platform while working remotely. If you have a passion for technology and a desire to make a difference in the humanitarian sector, this opportunity offers a chance to grow into a solution architect role while contributing to meaningful projects. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to making conflict data accessible and actionable.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience as a Full Stack Developer with a focus on API and web development.
• Proficiency in modern web technologies and security standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop scalable APIs and manage performance monitoring.
• Build and maintain responsive web interfaces and CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

PHP

JavaScript

React

NEXT.js

HTML/CSS

REST APIs

Docker

AWS

PostgreSQL

GitHub workflows

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Software Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

DigitalOcean

Job description

ACLED City Of London, England, United Kingdom

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About The Organization
Armed Conflict Location & Event Data (ACLED) is a disaggregated data collection, analysis, and crisis mapping institution. The ACLED team collects conflict information; conducts analysis to describe, explore, and test conflict scenarios; and makes both data and analysis open for free use by the public. ACLED’s work is regularly used to inform journalism, academic research, and public discourse on conflict, and to support practitioners and policymakers. ACLED is the highest quality and most widely used real-time data and analysis source on political violence and protest around the world.

The Role
ACLED is recruiting a Full Stack Developer to focus on API development, website enhancement, and scalable system architecture. You will develop high-impact tools and interfaces to make ACLED’s content and data accessible, performant, and actionable for global users. Responsibilities include front-end UI development, API services, performance optimization, and DevOps workflows. The position reports to the Enterprise Architect. It is fully remote, and candidates from all locations are encouraged to apply. The start date is July 2025.

Responsibilities

• API Development & Management: Develop scalable, secure APIs; implement authentication; manage API gateways; monitor performance; ensure security standards; integrate APIs with systems; support BCP and DR planning.
• Web & Front-End Development: Build and maintain web interfaces; collaborate on website features; design responsive, accessible UI; optimize performance; support security testing; ensure cross-browser/device compatibility.
• DevOps & Deployment: Build CI/CD pipelines; manage Docker/Kubernetes deployments; deploy on cloud infrastructure; monitor operational performance and data security.
• Collaboration & Growth: Work with data scientists and developers; propose new features; research new technologies to keep the platform modern and competitive.

Skills & Experience

Required:

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 3-5 years professional experience as a Full Stack Developer.
• Proficiency in PHP, JavaScript, React, NEXT.js, HTML/CSS, responsive UI frameworks.
• Experience building scalable REST APIs using Python, Java, Golang, PHP, Node.js, etc.
• Knowledge of web performance tools and SEO strategies.
• Understanding of authentication protocols (OAuth 2.0, JWT, SAML) and security standards.
• Experience with CI/CD, GitHub workflows, automated deployment.
• Proficiency in Docker, cloud services (AWS/DigitalOcean), container orchestration.
• Database experience (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Experience supporting BCP and DR activities.
• Knowledge of web and API security best practices.
• Fluency in English, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, ability to work remotely.

Desirable:

• Cloud architecture certification (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect).
• Experience with Drupal CMS, geospatial/mapping tools, Apache Airflow, serverless architectures, API gateways.
• Interest in conflict data, humanitarian tech, open data platforms; desire to grow into a solution architect or technical lead role.

Application Process

Submit CV, cover letter, and a sample web application with codebase. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. More info at acleddata.com.

Additional Details

• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Engineering and IT
• Industry: Non-profit Organizations