Job Title: Full Stack Software Developer Company Name: Penn State University Job Url: https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/psu_staff/job/Penn-State-University-Park/Full-Stack-Software-Developer_REQ_0000076455-2?jr_id=69d3bae354f00230c6d29ab9 Job Description: Full Stack Software Developer Apply remote type Remote locations Penn State University Park time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id REQ_0000076455 APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete theinternal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants. ​     POSITION SPECIFICS​ We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Full Stack Software Developer to join the development team at the Penn State University Libraries. This is an opportunity to work on impactful projects as part of a high-performing, agile team.    Penn State is a leading R1 research institution, and the University Libraries play a central role in supporting the university’s research enterprise. In this role, you will collaborate with innovative developers to build and maintain sustainable discovery and repository services that enable researchers to discover, manage, share, and preserve scholarship and data. These platforms support the mission of discovery, access, and preservation for a world-class research library with a global reach.    As a developer, you will:  Collaborate with teammates to design, develop, and deploy sustainable software solutions  Contribute to full-stack development using clean, maintainable, and well-tested code Work across the full project lifecycle, balancing technical requirements and stakeholder needs  Share knowledge and contribute positively to a collaborative development culture  Engage with open-source communities such as the Rails and Blacklight ecosystems  Grow professionally through training, code sprints, and conference participation    QUALIFICATIONS Qualified candidates will demonstrate experience across several of the following areas:. Required Experience building web applications using Ruby on Rails or a similar web framework  Experience with distributed version control systems such as Git  Experience working in Unix/Linux environments and command-line interfaces  Familiarity with web accessibility standards and guidelines  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills  Excellent written and verbal communication skills  Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team and open-source communities  Interest in learning new technologies and expanding technical skills  Preferred  Degree in related field such as computer science, information systems, etc. Experience with CI/CD pipelines  Exposure to frontend frameworks such as React, Bootstrap, or Hotwire  Experience with development and deployments in containerized environments  Experience with package management tools and asset bundlers (e.g., Webpack)  Solid understanding of MVC design patterns  Experience with digital repository platforms, including Blacklight  Experience with agile development practices  Familiarity with library systems and metadata formats  Experience with search and indexing platforms such as Solr or Elasticsearch     MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS If filled as Applications Developer - Professional, this position requires: Associate Degree No prior relevant work experience required; previous relevant work experience accepted in lieu of education. Required Certifications: None If filled as Applications Developer - Intermediate Professional, this position requires: Associate Degree 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None     BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.   Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.   SALARY & BENEFITS The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $51,000.00 - $89,600.00.   Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure   Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. 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