[Remote] Backend Developer (Volunteer \- Unpaid)
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. SAN R&D Business Solutions is looking for a skilled Backend Developer for a volunteer position. The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining server-side applications and APIs while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain server-side applications and APIs
- Work with relational and non-relational databases to ensure data integrity and performance
- Optimize backend systems for scalability, performance, and security
- Integrate front-end elements with server-side logic
- Collaborate with product managers, frontend developers, and QA teams to deliver high-quality software
- Write clean, reusable, and well-documented code
- Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve backend issues
- Participate in code reviews and follow best practices for development
- Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for backend services
Skills
- 3+ years of backend development experience
- Strong programming skills in one or more languages (Java, Python, Node.js, Go, or similar)
- Experience with RESTful APIs and/or GraphQL
- Solid understanding of database systems (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.)
- Knowledge of version control systems (Git, GitHub, GitLab)
- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Ability to work in an Agile/Scrum environment
- Building and consuming REST APIs
- Understanding of CRUD operations with PostgreSQL
- Basic knowledge of deployment (Heroku, AWS EC2)
- Advanced API design (GraphQL, WebSocket APIs)
- Basic understanding of authentication & authorization (JWT, OAuth)
- Microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes basics)
- Knowledge of caching strategies (Redis, Memcached)
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing for backend (Jest, Mocha, Supertest)
Benefits
- Opportunity to work alongside senior leaders in a cross-functional, fast-paced setting.
- Potential transition into a paid role or equity opportunity based on performance and company growth.
- Certificate of recognition and professional references.
- Freedom to experiment and contribute ideas to shape the company’s future.
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