Back-End Developer

Institute for Education, Research, and Scholarships; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization based in Los Angeles is seeking a Back-End Developer to join their volunteer team. You will develop and maintain core functionalities using JavaScript and Express, while collaborating with front-end developers to ensure smooth integration of features. The ideal candidate should have strong skills in JavaScript, Express, and MongoDB, coupled with a passion for education. This role includes optimizing application performance and participating in weekly virtual meetings.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of JavaScript, Express, and MongoDB.
• Familiarity with REST APIs and database management.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Passion for education and creating impactful tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain server-side logic using Express and JavaScript.
• Collaborate with the front-end team to ensure smooth integration.
• Optimize application performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Participate in weekly virtual check-ins with the team.

Skills

JavaScript

Express

MongoDB

REST APIs

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Overview

Prepify, a student-led nonprofit focused on building free study and productivity tools, is seeking a Back-End Developer to join our volunteer team. You’ll play a key role in building and maintaining the core functionality of our platform.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain server-side logic using Express and JavaScript
• Collaborate with the front-end team to ensure smooth integration of features
• Optimize application performance and troubleshoot technical issues
• Participate in weekly virtual check-ins with the team

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of JavaScript, Express, and MongoDB
• Familiarity with REST APIs and database management (MongoDB or similar)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Passion for education and creating tools that make a difference

Contact: Email [e-mail]