Front End Software Engineer - Volunteer position

Front End Software Engineer - Volunteer Position

1 in 3 Americans can't afford a $400 emergency.

NeighborShare's mission is to build access to just-in-time financial assistance so a small but pivotal expense, like a car repair or unexpected bill, doesn't lead to a crisis like job loss or homelessness. We partner with local nonprofits to identify urgent needs that would otherwise go unmet and our growing network of neighbors, corporate partners, and private funders meet these needs in real-time via our tech-enabled platform.

Our model reimagines traditional philanthropy. It's fast, flexible, community-powered giving that prioritizes dignity, trust, and direct outcomes. It also draws on research that affirms the efficacy and efficiency of direct cash assistance.

What began with a handful of partners has grown into a national network of 60+ organizations across 19 states. To date, we've fulfilled $1.5 million+ in urgent needs for more than 15,000 neighbors. To date, we have largely been powered by a dedicated team of volunteers who are experts in their fields—business strategists, engineers, product designers, marketers.

NeighborShare is rooted in trust, speed, and the belief that small acts of generosity, delivered at the right moment, can have a transformative impact. We're building a new kind of safety net that's powered by community and connection.

Role Overview

NeighborShare is seeking to bring on talented engineers who are willing to generously volunteer their expertise and jump in on this unique opportunity to be part of a national movement. You'll be working with a strong team of scrappy, get-it-done entrepreneurs to build a meaningful non-profit from its early stages. All but two people at NeighborShare today are volunteers, so this position is unpaid. The work can be done remotely and can be done with a ~5-10 hour per week commitment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Product Team to define the technical roadmap and continue evolving NeighborShare's platform

• Oversee junior developer/contractor in implementing agreed upon changes and new feature roll outs

• Partner with the business and product teams to explore and shape the organization's emerging crypto strategy

• Provide operational support when/if something on the platform breaks

• Maintain frontend code repositories and provide operational support when/if something on the platform breaks

Basic Requirements

• A strong passion for social impact and an action-oriented, entrepreneurial spirit

• Professional experience working with React

• Nice to haves:

  • Experience working with Stripe

  • Working knowledge of GraphQL, or a willingness to learn

Please send a brief cover note and resume to View email address on click.appcast.io if you are interested in exploring this opportunity.