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Data-Pop Alliance is looking for a Full Stack Developer. We are an international nonprofit created in 2013 out of the Harvard Humanitarian Initiative (HHI), the MIT Media Lab and ODI. We bring together researchers, experts, practitioners, and activists to change the world with data through three pillars of work: diagnosing local realities and human problems with data and AI; mobilizing capacities, communities, and ideas towards more data-literate societies; and transforming the systems and processes that underpin our societies and countries. 

DPA has partnered with and received funding from organizations such as the Inter-American Development Bank, UNDP, FAO, UN ESCWA, GIZ (German development agency), the Vodafone Institute, Oxfam México and other key international stakeholders to develop projects in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), the Middle-East and North Africa (MENA), and Asia. To learn more about DPA, please consult our website and our “Overview and Outlook 2022-2024” report.

DPA’s projects are managed and carried out by a core team of about 30 people, including Directors, Managers, Officers, Data Scientists, Research Assistants, and Interns.

Dates: Immediate start, full-time position.

Location: Remote; ideally within GMT -1 to +3 for compatibility with the team.

Scope of Work

The Full Stack Developer will report to the Data, Technology and Innovation Director and the Technical Manager and collaborate with the tech team. Responsibilities include:

Profile/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related fields.
• Proficiency in React.js and modern JavaScript frameworks (Redux, Hooks, etc.).
• Experience with Node.js, Express.js, and RESTful API development.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like Google Cloud Platform or AWS.
• Strong understanding of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
• Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Knowledge of UI/UX principles and tools like Figma or Adobe XD is a plus.
• Familiarity with deployment pipelines, Docker, or Kubernetes is desirable.
• Experience working with international organizations or social impact projects is a plus.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse, multicultural team.
• Bilingual proficiency in English is requisite (able to write and deliver conferences, reports, etc in both languages). French, Arabic or Spanish are highly desirable.
• A self-starter, disciplined, driven, eager to learn, grow, and make an impact.

Candidates should be able to work independently, manage their time wisely, and meet deadlines. They should be detail-focused, reliable, professional, and possess strong research, writing, editing, and analysis skills, as well as excellent communication, and interpersonal skills.

Remuneration 

USD $2,300 / month

Recruitment Process

Qualified candidates are requested to submit 1) a CV, 2) a Cover letter including contact details for two academic or professional references to jobs@datapopalliance.org with the subject line “R2025001_Full Stack Developer” by September 30, 6:00 pm EST. Candidates will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is strongly encouraged.

Please note that only complete applications submitted in English will be considered. Due to the large volume of applications, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Also, rename each document you’ll submit with your name, the position and the type of document you are submitting. Ie. FIRSTNAME LASTNAME_Position_CV and send them in PDF format.