
Mentor To Go is an android and web based platform to help students improve their work readiness through self-learning sessions, personalised mentorship provided by mentor professionals from a range of careers, and work experience opportunities.
The technology platform implements functionalities such as: screening surveys of mentors and mentees, training content for mentors, matching through an algorithm, and mentorship through the delivery of structured activities.
The application technology architecture comprises of the following:
o a Python Django web application with NGinx and Gunicorn
o PostgreSQL database
o A React Android and Web app
o Rest APIs which interact between the Android app and the Django webserver
Our vision at Mentor To Go is to provide career mentorship to young people anywhere, anytime across the length and breadth of India.
We are looking for a backend software developer who is passionate about using web technologies to solve social problems and creating experiences that are elegant and effective. You will own the back end development of features of the Mentor To Go platform from conceptualisation through design and testing, working closely with other developers, the technical project manager, and the program operations team. You are user-centric, continuously demonstrate strategic & analytical abilities, and are laser focused on executing at speed. You must have the ability to succeed in a fast paced environment, where success is dependent on your ability to collaborate with cross-functional team members in a positive, productive, and transparent way.
Minimum requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferably CS or related discipline
- 3+ years experience working in Unix/Linux environments building web and mobile applications
- Proficiency in developing and deploying cloud based Python/Postgresql applications preferably using frameworks such as Django
- Experience with design and development of moderately complex software projects
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Familiarity with version control software such as Git
Desired requirements
- 5+ years of overall relevant work experience
- Experience building apps using React/React-Native
- Basic understanding of AWS cloud
- Ability to participate in technical discussions and help make technical trade-offs
About Mentor Together
https://mentortogether.org/">Mentor Together is India’s first and largest youth mentoring non-profit organization with a mission to facilitate empowering mentoring relationships and networks that help young people break the inequalities of opportunity and actualise their potential.
http://bit.ly/mentortogo">Mentor To Go is the world’s first mobile mentoring platform created by Mentor Together with the support of Cisco India, LinkedIn Social Impact, British Telecom and Sterlite Technologies.

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Position - Backend developer
Job type - Freelance or on contract
Location - Remote
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Plan,create and test REST APIs for back-end services such as authentication and authorization.
- Deploy and maintain backend systems on the cloud.
- Research and develop solutions for real life business problems.
- Creating and maintaining our apps' essential business logic, providing correct data processing and flawless user experiences.
- Database design, implementation, and management, including schema design, query optimisation and data integrity.
- Participating in code reviews, providing constructive input, and ensuring that code quality standards are met.
- Keep abreast of industry developments and best practices to bring new solutions to our initiatives.
Required skills and experience -
Must have skills : -
- Bachelor’s degree in computer programming, computer science, or a related field.
- 3 + years of experience in backend development.
- Proficient in Python,Mongodb,postgres/sql,Django and Flask
- Knowledge on nginx.
- C++/C +Cython for creating python modules
- Knowledge on Redis
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- Experience in working with linux based instances on the cloud.
- Strong problem solving and verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently or with a group.
Good to have skills :-
- Experience in node.js and Java
- AWS and Google cloud knowledge.
● You have good understanding of the fundamentals of data science/algorithms or
software engineering
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● A deep desire to learn new things and be a part of a vibrant start-up. You will
have a lot of freehand and this comes with immense responsibility - so it is
expected that you will be willing to master new things that come along!
What you will get to do?
● Build cloud-based services and/or user interfaces
● Participating in all aspects of software development activities, including design,
coding, code review, unit testing, bug fixing, and code/API documentation
● Be the first few members of a growing technology team
Responsibilities:
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Participate in architectural discussions and propose technical solutions that align with business objectives.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate software components and troubleshoot issues.
Conduct comprehensive testing of software applications, including unit testing, integration testing, and automated testing.
Identify and resolve technical issues, bugs, and performance bottlenecks.
Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices, and share knowledge with the team.
Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
Requirements:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 4 years of proven experience as a software engineer, with a focus on backend development.
Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or C++.
Extensive experience with web application development frameworks such as Spring, Django, or Flask.
Solid understanding of database systems (SQL and NoSQL) and proficiency in writing complex queries.
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
Strong knowledge of software engineering principles, design patterns, and best practices.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment.
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts.
Benefits:
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Cutting-edge technology stack and access to the latest tools and resources.
Chance to work on impactful projects and shape the future of the lending industry.
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- 8+ years of experience in software development experience with a proven track record of making technical decisions
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Solid understanding of security and networking implementation and best practices.
Help guide and contribute to feature design and implementation to bring the product to the
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Participate in continuous and iterative engineering cycles with emphasis on code quality,
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1. Help with defining product requirements, analysis, designing.
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