Plant-for-the-Planet Foundation

We are inviting a skilled Fullstack JavaScript Developer with strong backend expertise in Node.js and proficient frontend skills in Next.js and React Native (Expo). The ideal candidate will have experience in building scalable web and mobile applications and data modeling using PostgreSQL with Prisma or other ORMs. You will play a crucial role in developing robust backend services and responsive front-end interfaces that power our next-generation applications.

Location: Mumbai & Vicinity (India)

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Node.js.
• Develop responsive and high-performance web applications using Next.js.
• Build and deploy mobile applications using React Native and Expo.
• Collaborate with UX Designers, Architects, and other Developers to implement full-stack web and mobile solutions.
• Perform data modeling and database management using PostgreSQL and Prisma.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Troubleshoot and debug applications to optimize performance.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development processes.

Required Skills and Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in full-stack JavaScript development.
• Strong proficiency in backend development using Node.js.
• Demonstrated experience with frontend technologies such as Next.js and React Native.
• Experience with PostgreSQL and Prisma for database management and data modeling.
• Experience with deploying React Native applications using Expo.
• Solid understanding of RESTful APIs and how to integrate them with front-end applications.
• Familiarity with modern JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3.
• Strong understanding of software development best practices.
• Proficiency in version control systems such as Git.

Additional Relevant Skills and Experience:

• Experience with map modules, such as ArcGIS, and Google Earth engine is required
• Experience with TypeScript.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines.
• Understanding of server-side rendering and static site generation.
• Good eye for design and UX principles.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

Good to Have:

• Experience with WebSockets and real-time applications.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
• Experience with Docker and containerized applications.
• Knowledge of performance optimization techniques.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

We Offer:

• Work on Open Source Projects
• Competitive Salary based on Location
• Flexible working hours
• 4 weeks of paid leave/year
• Work from home

Plant-for-the-Planet is a youth-led non-profit organization with a vision to plant a Trillion Trees. We are a collective of young climate justice ambassadors, environmental scientists, designers, and developers – spread across 5 continents – who work together to bring solutions to solve the climate crisis.

Learn more: https://www.plant-for-the-planet.org