Volunteer: Back-end Technical Mentor

Teamup is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization focused on STEM Education in Computer Science and Computer Engineering. The organization is based in Texas and is led by university faculty, K-12 educators, and mentors from industry.

What do we do?

Teamup is at the forefront of leveraging technology for social good, through our pioneering "Apps For Good" initiative. We enable college students to build impactful software solutions, focusing on crucial issues like environmental conservation, support for at-risk populations, and innovative communication tools. Our platform offers college students the unique opportunity to develop functional prototypes and working pilots, under the guidance of industry professionals.

Why do we do this?

Our aim is to cultivate a generation of tech leaders who are as committed to societal improvement as they are to technological innovation. By integrating students into projects that tackle real challenges, we provide them with not just technical skills but also a profound mentorship experience, enhancing their growth and preparing them for future challenges. Learn about the societal impacts of our projects here https //teamup.org/apps/

Introducing the Back-end Tech Mentor Role

To further our mission, we're excited to introduce the role of Back-end Tech Mentor within our "Apps For Good" program. This role is tailored for experts in Java, along with Spring Boot, Kafka, and GraphQL, aiming to mentor college students in creating cutting-edge web APIs. As a Back-end Tech Mentor, you will guide our future software engineers in back-end development while coordinating with other Tech Mentors specialized in back-end and infrastructure technologies.

Role And Responsibilities

Provide targeted mentorship in Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, and GraphQL, ensuring students adopt best practices in back-end development.Facilitate hands-on learning experiences, offering insights into project architecture, coding standards, and modern back-end frameworks and tools.Engage in active coordination with back-end and Infrastructure Tech Mentors, ensuring seamless integration and functionality across project components.Nurture an environment of innovation and exploration, encouraging students to embrace new technologies and approaches in web development.

Minimum Expectations

Availability Each of our projects lasts for 12 weeks. During project time, dedicate at least 4 hours per week to project reviews, hands-on learning sessions, and mentoring of students. Between projects we work in the preparation of the project materials and review of the previous projects.Collaboration Work closely with students and other mentors, fostering a supportive and transparent team culture.Commitment Exhibit a genuine passion for education, technology, and making a difference through social impact projects.Residency Must be based in the United States.

We're Looking For Mentors With

Expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, and GraphQL.The ability to coach students on modern best practices, such as object-oriented design, automated testing, continuous integration, and continuous delivery.An enthusiasm for mentorship, education, and team leadership.A desire to develop and enhance one’s own team leadership skills, particularly in a multidisciplinary tech environment.

Step into a role that not only furthers your technical prowess but also hones your leadership capabilities. If you're ready to guide the next generation of back-end engineers and make a tangible impact, apply now to become a Back-end Tech Mentor with TeamUp's "Apps For Good."

This is a volunteer opportunity provided by VolunteerMatch, in partnership with LinkedIn for Good.