Penn State University Looking for Full Stack Developer at University Park, PA Full Time

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Clearinghouse for Military Family Readiness at Penn State is seeking a talented Full Stack Developer (Programmer/Analyst 2 or 3) who is passionate about creating innovative web applications to join our dynamic team.

As the Full Stack Web Developer, you will play a pivotal role in the development and maintenance of web applications and platforms that significantly impact the lives of military service members and their families. This position entails supporting existing web applications and leading the development of new projects. Additionally, you will contribute to the enhancement and upkeep of the Clearinghouse’s front-facing websites.

Responsibilities: Following will be the key responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into well-defined functional and technical specifications.
• Manage, update, and maintain web applications using various programming languages, with a strong focus on ReactJS.
• Design, develop, and implement intuitive, responsive, and user-friendly web interfaces utilizing HTML, CSS (SCSS/SASS), PHP, and JavaScript frameworks.
• Create visually appealing and interactive user experiences through the incorporation of modern design principles and front-end technologies.
• Lead the development and maintenance of diverse Clearinghouse full-stack development projects.
• Ensure web applications’ cross-browser and cross-platform compatibility.
• Optimize web applications for maximum speed, scalability, and security.
• Perform regular testing and debugging to identify and resolve performance issues and bugs.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends in web development.
• Deploy and maintain web applications on production servers.

Education and Experience: This position typically requires an Associate’s degree for a Level 2, and 2+ years in addition for a Level 3. A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or a related field is strongly preferred.

Other experience includes:

• Proven experience as a Full Stack Web Developer with a strong focus on front-end web development.
• Proficiency in both front-end and back-end web technologies, particularly JavaScript libraries (ReactJS, NodeJS, Angular, etc.).
• Strong proficiency in HTML5 and modern CSS frameworks (e.g., Bootstrap).
• Solid understanding of responsive design principles.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and Agile development methodologies.
• Knowledge of server-side programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Node.js) is a plus.
• Familiarity with database systems and web application security best practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills and acute attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Application: Applicants are requested to submit a cover letter and resume for full consideration. If possible, applicants are requested to submit a portfolio and any relevant code repositories showcasing their experience with both front-end and back-end development. Show us how your expertise can make a difference in shaping the future of military family support through innovative web applications.

This position has the potential to work remotely from anywhere in the United States.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Penn State offers competitive benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, in addition to tuition discounts (75% discount for spouse and children), and paid holidays. Please visit https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/benefits for more detailed information.

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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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