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Mentor A Promise

Full Stack Developer (Volunteer)

Mentor A Promise, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Full Stack Developer (Volunteer) – Website & App Organization: Mentor A Promise (MAP)

Division: PromiseLink / PromisePath

Location: Remote

Type: Volunteer (Unpaid)

About Mentor A Promise: Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children and youth ages 5–18 experiencing housing instability in New York City. Through mentorship, academic enrichment, literacy development, creative expression, and housing initiatives, MAP creates safe, consistent, and empowering spaces where young people can thrive. Our technology initiatives – PromisePath (a student learning app) and PromiseLink (a mentor engagement platform) – connect mentors, educators, and students through digital innovation. Together, they create pathways for learning, belonging, and opportunity.

About The Role We are seeking a passionate Full Stack Developer to build and maintain our website and mobile app. You’ll be responsible for developing both front-end and back-end functionality that ensures a seamless user experience. This is a great opportunity to apply your technical skills in a meaningful, mission-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain responsive web and app interfaces

Build APIs and ensure smooth front-end and back-end integration

Manage databases and optimize application performance

Implement secure and scalable features across all platforms

Collaborate with the content, design, and technical teams to align on functionality and aesthetics

Conduct testing, debugging, and continuous improvement for website and app systems

Check and respond to emails daily, ensuring all responses are completed within 48 hours

Take responsibility for performance improvement by identifying and resolving technical bottlenecks

Qualifications

Proficiency with JavaScript (React/Angular/Vue) and Node.js or Python

Strong understanding of databases (MySQL, MongoDB, or Firebase)

Experience with RESTful APIs and Git/GitHub version control

Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills

Degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent practical experience

Familiarity with mobile frameworks (React Native or Flutter) a plus

Experience in cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure) preferred

Commitment

Volunteer technical role requiring approximately 5–10 hours per week

Minimum 6-month commitment preferred

Remote-first with opportunities for collaboration in New York City

What You’ll Gain

Hands-on experience developing full-stack solutions for an education and mentorship nonprofit

Collaboration with a diverse team of developers, designers, and community advocates

Exposure to both front-end and back-end development in a real-world environment

Mentorship, professional references, and portfolio-building opportunities

The fulfillment of building technology that empowers youth and strengthens communities

Application Process Please send your resume, LinkedIn profile, and a brief statement of interest to

hr@mentorapromise.org

with the subject line

Full Stack Developer (Website & App) . You may also apply directly here https://forms.gle/ptgy2zBZXJB1q7GV8.

Build with purpose—join us in creating digital pathways that connect learning, mentorship, and hope for every student.

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