POSITION FOCUS:

The Full Stack Developer (FSD) will work at Yale University Art Gallery, one of the oldest university museums in America. The position would support the advancement of the mission and vision of the museum, which is to serve as a center for teaching, learning and scholarship.
We are looking for a highly skilled Full Stack Developer to design, develop, and implement software solutions that enhance the museum’s digital infrastructure. They will maintain both front and back-end components to our web applications. They will manage the entire development lifecycle of a project from start to finish and write documentation for all aspects of each application. They will work closely with stakeholders at the museum and across the university.
The successful candidate must be curious and be able to learn and adapt quickly to new technologies.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and two years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

REQUIRED SKILL/ABILITY 1:

Proven experience with Java, SQL (relational databases), Angular, HTML and CSS. Proven experience with relational databases, and software configuration management in multiple environments.

REQUIRED SKILL/ABILITY 2:

Understanding of RESTful APIs and web services.

REQUIRED SKILL/ABILITY 3:

Proven experience with cloud computing such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google GCP.

REQUIRED SKILL/ABILITY 4:

Familiarity with version control systems, preferably Git.

REQUIRED SKILL/ABILITY 5:

Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills. Proven strong decision-making and ability to relay complex technical solutions to non-technical stakeholders.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

Experience in the cultural or museum sector. Proven experience with both front-end and back-end development.

BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit “Learn about background checks” under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It’s Your Yale website.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS

Certain positions have associated health requirements based on specific job responsibilities. These may include vaccinations, tests, or examinations, as required by law, regulation, or university policy.

POSTING DISCLAIMER

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

1. Develops programs or systems of small to moderate size and complexity. Modifies existing systems at all levels of difficulty. 2. Provides informational input into decisions concerning the development and delivery of applications, programs and systems. Defines and analyzes requirements to meet the expectations of stakeholders and intended end user needs, scheduled timeline, and budgetary targets. 3. Analyzes, defines and designs new systems and applications. Writes code in support of business solutions. 4. Responsible for the creation, definition, communication, and management of project plans which includes architectural design, technology selection and methodologies to apply. 5. Troubleshoots problems and provide ongoing maintenance and support for applications and systems. 6. Prepares documentation, user manuals and develops formal proposals for new systems and modifications to existing systems. Mentors technical staff and provide training for end users. 7. Contributes in the development of policies or modifications to exiting policies. 8. Applies and keeps current with existing and emerging technologies and methodologies. Provides ongoing input to the establishment of programming standards, procedures, and methodologies. 9. May perform other duties as assigned.