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LIVING STONES FOUNDATION

Backend Developer (Volunteer Unpaid)

LIVING STONES FOUNDATION, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885

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Modality : Remote | Volunteer management, nonprofit technology, data-driven impact

Are you a backend developer passionate about creating technology that empowers social good?

Living Stones Foundation

is building the

Volunteer Metrics Hub , a pioneering platform that transforms how nonprofits across the U.S., Canada, and Latin America recruit, onboard, and manage international volunteers. We're seeking a committed

Backend Developer

to help architect and build a robust, secure, and scalable infrastructure that supports multilingual functionality, visa compliance (OPT/CPT), and seamless volunteer lifecycle management.

About The Volunteer Metrics Hub

The

Volunteer Metrics Hub

is a next-generation digital platform that simplifies and automates every phase of the volunteer journey — from registration and onboarding to task assignment, tracking, and evaluation.

Built with scalability and interoperability in mind, the platform integrates with tools like

Calendly, ClickUp, and Trello , and supports multilingual and remote use. It’s designed to serve as a replicable model for nonprofits that need to manage cross-border volunteers, while ensuring compliance with international visa standards and data privacy regulations.

Role: Backend Developer (Volunteer)

As a

Backend Developer , you will play a key role in designing and developing the server-side logic, database architecture, API integrations, and security layers that power the Volunteer Metrics Hub. Your work will enable efficient data flow, seamless integration with third-party tools, and a high-performance backend infrastructure supporting thousands of users across multiple regions and languages.

Key Responsibilities

Backend Architecture & Development

Design and develop secure, scalable, and maintainable backend services using Python (Django or Flask), Node.js, or similar technologies. Create and document RESTful APIs to support frontend components and third-party integrations. Implement role-based access control (RBAC), authentication flows, and compliance logic (e.g., visa eligibility tracking).

Database & Data Management

Design and maintain relational and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB). Ensure data integrity, normalization, and efficient querying across volunteer-related datasets. Support data models that enable multilingual, multi-region, and multi-program functionality.

Tool Integration & Automation

Build secure backend connectors to Calendly, ClickUp, Trello, and other platforms via APIs. Support backend automation of workflows such as onboarding notifications, performance evaluations, and compliance alerts.

Security, Performance & Testing

Implement security best practices (e.g., data encryption, input validation, authentication). Monitor and optimize performance, ensuring fast API response times and reliability. Write unit and integration tests to ensure backend stability.

Collaboration

Work with frontend developers, data analysts, and project managers in a collaborative remote team. Participate in agile sprints, code reviews, and documentation to ensure team alignment.

Requirements

We’re looking for a backend developer with a strong foundation in system design, database management, and API development. Ideal candidates are mission-driven, proactive, and able to balance technical excellence with real-world impact.

Technical Requirements

Proficiency in Python (Django, Flask), Node.js, or similar backend frameworks. Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Firebase). Solid understanding of RESTful API design and API documentation standards (e.g., Swagger/OpenAPI). Familiarity with JWT, OAuth, or similar authentication frameworks. Use of Git/GitHub for version control in team settings. Experience with containerization (Docker) and deployment pipelines (CI/CD) is a plus.

Security and Compliance

Knowledge of backend security best practices and handling of sensitive user data. Understanding of data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) and role-based data control.

Soft Skills

Strong problem-solving and debugging skills. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote, volunteer-based environment. Effective communication in cross-functional and multicultural teams.

Languages

English proficiency is required, as the platform’s documentation, collaboration tools, and core communications are primarily in English.

Spanish proficiency is a strong plus, especially for supporting regional users, testing multilingual features, and engaging with Latin American nonprofit partners.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with API integrations for productivity tools (ClickUp, Trello, Calendly, Google Workspace). Familiarity with multilingual platform development and backend support for i18n. Exposure to data engineering or server-side analytics. Interest in the nonprofit sector or experience supporting volunteer programs. Public speaking or presentation skills are a plus.

Why Join Us?

Contribute to a high-impact project that helps nonprofits across the Americas engage and manage international volunteers effectively. Work with a talented, purpose-driven team of professionals and students from top universities around the world. Tackle real-world backend challenges involving data, scalability, and compliance. Gain meaningful experience and receive a certificate of participation and letter of recommendation upon successful completion.

Additional Details

Location: Remote Commitment: Flexible, minimum 24 hours per week Meetings: Biweekly (30–45 minutes) Duration: Minimum 12 months Languages: Spanish (required), English (preferred) Bonus: Public speaking or presentation skills We welcome candidates who are eligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT). This volunteer position meets OPT requirements with a minimum commitment of 24 hours per week and a duration of at least 12 months. Volunteers will receive formal documentation of participation, aligned with U.S. visa compliance standards.**

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