Description: The Office of Admissions and Financial Aid at the University of Pittsburgh is seeking a Senior Full-Stack Web Developer responsible for leading a team of developers and collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy high-quality web applications. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in full-stack development, excellent leadership skills, and a passion for delivering cutting-edge web solutions. As a team lead, the candidate will manage a development team, collaborate with project managers, and ensure the timely delivery of quality web applications. Key Responsibilities Lead a team of developers in the design, development, and deployment of high-quality web applications Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, designers, and other developers, to deliver cutting-edge web solutions. Participate in the planning and estimation of development projects and provide technical guidance to the team Develop clean, efficient, and maintainable code that meets the project requirements and industry standards. Ensure the code quality by reviewing the code and providing feedback to the team. Proactively identify and resolve technical issues to ensure timely project delivery. Stay current with emerging web development trends and technologies and guide their implementation. Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior developers on the team.
Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field. Minimum of 7 years of experience in full-stack web development Strong experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Node.js, React, and other related technologies Proficiency in back-end programming languages such as PHP, Python, or Ruby Extensive experience with databases such as MySQL, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL. Strong understanding of web development best practices, design patterns, and coding standards. Proven experience leading development teams and managing projects. Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills. The candidate selected for this position may work remotely. Candidate may, on occasion, be required to report to campus due to operational needs for meetings, training, or other activities. Remote work requires successful candidates to possess high-speed Internet, and a phone, and to perform the work on a university-provided and managed computer.
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
The University of Pittsburgh requires all Pitt constituents (employees and students) on all campuses to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption. Visit coronavirus.pitt.edu to learn more about this requirement.
Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.Manager - Information Technology
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., some mornings, evenings and weekends may be required
Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.
Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation_Offered: No
Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.
