Backend Developer (Python/Django) - Volunteer

About the Role

We're looking for a volunteer Backend Developer to help build and maintain a web project. This is a great opportunity to gain experience, contribute to a real-world application, and collaborate with a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend features using Python and Django
• Build REST APIs with Django REST Framework (DRF)
• Work with PostgreSQL and Django ORM
• Implement authentication (JWT, OAuth2, or Django AllAuth)
• Ensure proper data validation, serialization, and API security
• Test APIs using Pytest/Unittest and tools like Postman

Requirements

• Basic to intermediate experience with Python and Django
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and backend development concepts
• Familiarity with authentication, databases, and API security
• Willingness to learn, collaborate, and contribute consistently

Nice to Have

• Experience with deployment, Docker, or cloud platforms
• Interest in open-source or collaborative projects