Volunteer: Front End Engineer (Python and AI curious)


Job Opening: Frontend-Focused Full Stack Engineer (Python + AI Curious)

Location: Remote | Type: Full-Time | Experience: 2–4 Years

Reports to: Technical Architect | Team: Product Engineering

 

About ArtherapyHQ

At ArtherapyHQ, we’re reimagining how therapy meets technology. We’re building a human-centered platform that connects people with therapists through secure, multilingual, and AI-enhanced digital experiences. From booking to real-time chat and document sharing, we’re combining thoughtful design with powerful tools like Next.js, FastAPI, Firebase, and AI frameworks.

We’re a small, focused team building something meaningful—and we’d love for you to be part of it.

 

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll take the lead on building beautiful, responsive user interfaces and also dip into the backend when needed. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys frontend craftsmanship but wants to stay connected to end-to-end development. We ask for a minimum time commitment of 10-15 hours per week and a 3 month term.


On the Frontend (Most of the Time – 60–70%)

  • Build smooth, mobile-friendly UIs in Next.js (TypeScript) and Tailwind CSS
  • Create role-based views for therapists, clients, and admins
  • Connect to Firebase Auth and manage user sessions
  • Support internationalization (i18n) and accessible interfaces
  • Ensure great performance across devices

 

On the Backend (Sometimes – 30–40%)

  • Work with APIs built on FastAPI, interacting with PostgreSQL and Redis
  • Handle key flows: bookings, document uploads, chat, Stripe payments
  • Contribute to API design and secure authentication (OAuth2/JWT)
  • Integrate backend services with frontend workflows

 

Tools You’ll Use:

Frontend

  • Next.js (TypeScript), Tailwind CSS, Firebase Hosting & Firestore, Firebase Auth

Backend

  • Python, FastAPI, PostgreSQL, Redis, SQLAlchemy
  • Cloud Run, Cloud SQL, Docker, GitHub Actions, Stripe Webhooks

 

You Might Be a Great Fit If You…

  • Have 2–5 years working as a Full Stack or Frontend Engineer
  • Are confident in React/Next.js, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS
  • Know how to connect and consume REST APIs
  • Can write or edit Python backend code, even if not your primary strength
  • Understand relational databases and API schema basics
  • Have used Git, Docker, and CI/CD tools in a team setting.


Why Work With Us:

  • We are a mission-driven organization so your work will directly impact people seeking alternative forms of mental health
  • You will get to learn new skills and have a lot of autonomy
  • You will be a part of a smart, scrappy team with a variety of experience
  • Our founder will personally recommend you to her network for future paid opportunities