Backend Developer
About She Code Africa
a non‑profit organization founded in 2016 that equips African girls and women with digital and technology skills through training programs, mentorship, scholarships, and community chapters across 20+ African countries.
Description
Qualifications
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain backend services and APIs
Manage backend technical support for the Summit website
Work with databases, authentication, and server-side logic
Optimize application performance and scalability
Collaborate with frontend developers to ensure smooth integration
Identify and fix bugs and performance bottlenecks
Opportunity to mentor or facilitate She Code Africa programs (optional but encouraged)
Requirements
Experience with backend programming languages like Node.js and Python
Familiarity with databases (SQL, MongoDB, Firebase, etc.)
Knowledge of RESTful APIs and authentication mechanisms
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Passionate about supporting the growth of women and girls in tech and committed to giving back through volunteering