How to Get Involved

Join us in building a safer future for targeted communities. We need your skills and passion.

Interested in Contributing?

If you are interested in contributing, please message @AZ23Chicago on Instagram or email asim@techmade.co to get in touch.

Mobile Lead (iOS + Android)
Technical

Lead the development of our cross-platform mobile application

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and implement disguised UI for safety
  • Build intuitive onboarding flow
  • Develop emergency trigger system
  • Implement background location tracking
  • Handle client-side encryption
Backend Lead
Technical

Architect and build our secure backend infrastructure

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design API contracts and endpoints
  • Implement OTP/JWT authentication
  • Build SSE/WebSocket real-time connections
  • Create TTL purge jobs for data privacy
  • Handle SMS webhooks integration
Web Lead
Technical

Create the web interface for safety contacts

Key Responsibilities:

  • Build OTP-gated secure access
  • Develop live map viewer interface
  • Implement SSE client for real-time updates
  • Ensure responsive design across devices
  • Optimize for performance and accessibility
DevOps/Security Lead
Technical

Ensure our infrastructure is secure and reliable

Key Responsibilities:

  • Configure TLS and secure connections
  • Manage secrets and KMS
  • Implement log redaction for privacy
  • Set up CI/CD pipelines
  • Configure rate limiting and DDoS protection
QA/Field Lead
Technical

Test and validate the app in real-world scenarios

Key Responsibilities:

  • Write comprehensive test scripts
  • Test latency and battery performance
  • Verify TTL deletion and data privacy
  • Ensure i18n and accessibility compliance
  • Conduct field testing with community members
Community Outreach Coordinator
Outreach

Help spread the word about Cuida in targeted communities

Key Responsibilities:

  • Connect with community organizations
  • Organize information sessions
  • Gather feedback from potential users
  • Build trust within communities
  • Coordinate with partner organizations
Partner Organization
Partner

On-the-ground organizations providing support and resources

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide resources to individuals in crisis
  • Offer legal and community support
  • Coordinate rapid response when alerts are triggered
  • Help build trust in the community
  • Collaborate on safety protocols