About ACLED

At ACLED, we provide accurate, accessible and timely data and analysis to better inform decisions that reduce violent conflict. We cover the globe with our data collection and analysis, offering local insights for global questions. We are a remote organization with researchers and partners located across all crises and conflicts.

The Role

ACLED is recruiting a Backend Developer to assist with the server side development of ACLED’s web based applications. The Backend Developer will work within ACLED’s Data Science team.

This position is fully remote, and candidates located between GMT+1 and GMT-5 time zones are encouraged to apply. For more information, please review the Applicant FAQs.

Role & Responsibilities

The Backend Developer will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Design and execute the server side logic of web-based applications.

• Create and manage APIs to connect web applications to backend databases.

• Work closely with the Data Science team to advise, design, and execute server side logic for data science models and applications.

• Work closely with the frontend developer to deliver innovative and user friendly tools to interact with ACLED data.

• Assess current project architectures, propose improvements, and implement them.

• Collaborate with Head of Data Science to understand organizational objectives and propose new projects and solutions for the team’s portfolio.

Skills and competencies

The following experience and abilities are mandatory:

• At least 3 years of professional experience in backend development.

• Advanced knowledge of Python and SQL.

• Diverse programming experience in common languages (e.g., Bash, Java, Golang, C++).

• Experienced in building scalable, secure, and performant RESTful APIs.

• Experienced with Docker, virtualization, and containerization.

• Familiarity and experience with cloud-based deployments, preferably AWS.

• Experience with Git/GitHub.

• Fluency in English.

• Reliable with strong problem-solving skills.

• An extremely high level of attention to detail.

• Ability to work remotely and meet deadlines with limited supervision.

• Flexible team player, especially across a remote, global team.

The following skills are preferred:

• Knowledge of CI/CD infrastructure.

• Experience of web authentication and authorization protocols, including OAuth 2.0.

• Familiarity and experience with DigitalOcean.

• Experience with orchestration tools (e.g. Airflow).

• Experience with Kubernetes.

• Research focus or professional experience in conflict research or peacebuilding.

• Familiarity and experience working with ACLED data.

• Advanced university degree in mathematics, engineering, computer science, statistics, economics, political science or a related field.

How to apply

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience, through our career portal.

Further information is available online at acleddata.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested candidates are advised to apply early. Please make sure to check your spam folder for correspondence.